ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said it is stepping up its enforcement of violations on e-bikes and education for riders of all ages.
The sheriff’s office started the push this summer following multiple accidents involving children.
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In St. Johns County, e-bike incidents have skyrocketed, with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office reporting 20 cases in just the first five months of 2025 compared to only eight incidents throughout all of 2024. The trend raises concerns about safety on the roads, particularly as e-bikes become more popular.
Adding to these concerns, Wolfson Children’s Hospital reported a staggering 222% increase in patients with injuries related to e-bike or e-scooter accidents from 2023 to 2024.
After considering stricter rules for e-bike riders, the St. Johns County Commission decided to stick to what’s already on the books and depend on the sheriff’s office to make a difference.
Deputies are now handing out e-bike safety information cards that have information about safe riding practices, traffic laws, and the classifications of bikes.
The sheriff’s office also asked parents to speak to their children about riding safely
Click this link for e-bike safety information: https://trafficsafetyteam.org/e-bike-safety/
The sheriff’s office offered this advice:
- Obey traffic signals, stop signs, and speed limits
- Slow down for pedestrians
- Wear bright-colored clothing to stay visible
- Ride in the same direction as traffic
- Use front and rear bike lights
- Helmets are recommended for all ages, but riders under 16 must wear a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet
