California Vehicle Code § 21227

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(a) A motorized scooter shall comply with one of the following: (1) Operate in a manner so that the electric motor is disengaged or ceases to function when the brakes are applied. (2) Operate in a manner so that the motor is engaged through a switch or mechanism that, when released, will cause the electric motor to disengage or cease to function. (b) It is unlawful for a person to operate a motorized scooter that does not meet one of the requirements of subdivision (a).

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