Breaking the Cycle: Reevaluating Bike Laws that Prevent Safe & Inclusive Biking
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2022
Level
City or Town
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Civil Rights, Transportation & Mobility
Cities that have been systematically disenfranchised lack protected bike lanes, sidewalks, and safe crossing points. This report identifies the biased enforcement of bicycling laws and provides guidance on decriminalizing biking in cities. Best practices include working with local bike shops to ensure riders are informed on equipment requirements and training police officers on transportation system user choices.