PORT WASHINGTON, Wis. (WFRV) - A police department in Wisconsin is reminding residents of laws concerning e-bike usage in the state after reporting numerous dangerous violations this summer.

The Port Washington Police Department said in a Wednesday afternoon release that officers have dealt with dangerous and illegal usage throughout the summer.

The release specifically noted an increase in young riders operating electric dirt bikes, which don't meet the qualifications of a low-speed e-bike.

According to the release, a low-speed electric bicycle under Wisconsin law must have the following: • Fully operational pedals • Electric motor less than 750 watts • Max assisted speed of 20 miles per hour, or 28 mph for Class 3

E-bikes are prohibited from being ridden on public sidewalks, an

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