A new law is reshaping how golf carts are used on public roads. Residents in one city can now drive golf carts at night — but only if the carts meet specific safety requirements. The updated state law also sets strict rules for where carts can be driven, who can drive them, and how far they can go from their registered location.
Golf cart drivers must now have valid licenses, and children under 12 must wear seat belts. Carts must stay within a four-mile radius of their registered address (or community gate) and are only allowed on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less. Permits are required, and using a golf cart as a taxi is strictly prohibited. Failing to follow the new regulations could result in fines, impoundment, or misdemeanor charges.
