As used in this chapter, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
ROLLER SKATE(S)
Any device which is affixed to or worn on the feet onto which
are mounted wheels. This shall include what are commonly known as
"in-line skates," "rollerblades" and/or "roller skates."
SKATEBOARD
A platform or other board which is mounted on wheels or a
board with roller-skate wheels or other similar wheels affixed to
the underside having no mechanism or other device with which to steer
or control the direction or movement thereof while being used, operated
or ridden.
A person 17 years of age and under shall not
ride upon any skateboard and/or roller skates, or similar device,
unless that person is wearing a properly fitted and fastened helmet
which meets the standards of the American National Standards Institution
(ANSI Z 90.4 bicycle helmet standard) or the Snell Memorial Foundation's
1984 Standard for Protective Head Gear for Use in Bicycling or a helmet
which is designed specifically for use with the particular device
being used.
No person shall operate or ride upon any skateboard
and/or roller skates on any public parking lot within the Township
(unless specific areas are designated) or upon any of the following
public sidewalks or streets within the township: See Schedule A attached
hereto.
Any police officer who shall observe any person
using, operating or riding upon a skateboard and/or roller skates
in violation of this chapter shall take possession of the skateboard
and/or roller skates, and the same shall be treated as follows:
A. First offense. The skateboard and/or roller skates
shall be returned to the parent or guardian, and a summons shall be
issued for a fine of $50.
B. Second offense. The skateboard and/or roller skates
shall be returned to the parent or guardian, and a summons shall be
issued for a fine of $100.
C. Third offense. The skateboard and/or roller skates
shall be forfeited to the Township of Maplewood and destroyed by the
Township of Maplewood after a period of three months from the date
of the forfeiture.