§ 21-12-101. DEFINITIONS.

(a)

In general. In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)

Minibike.

(1)

"Minibike" means a motor vehicle that:

(i)

Has a saddle or seat for use of the rider;

(ii)

Is designed to travel on two, three, or four wheels in contact with the ground; and

(iii)

Is not subject to registration under Title 13 of the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

(2)

"Minibike" includes:

(i)

An off-the-road motorcycle; and

(ii)

Vehicles commonly referred to as "all-terrain vehicles."

(3)

"Minibike" does not include a farm tractor or other vehicle commonly used in farm operations.

(c)

Off-the-road motorcycle.

(1)

"Off-the-road motorcycle" means a motorcycle not otherwise registered under the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

(2)

"Off-the-road motorcycle" includes motorcycles not otherwise eligible for registration under the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland and motorcycles commonly referred to as "dirt bikes."

(d)

Private property. "Private property" means property that is not used by the public as a matter of right.

(1988 Code, § 21-222) (Bill No. 90, 1990, § 1; Bill No. 72-00, § 2, 7-1-2004)