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St. Johns County launches E-bike safety push after rising concerns

SJC ebike safety cards Deputies will be handing out these e-bike safety information cards that have all of the information you need to know about safe riding practices, traffic laws, and the classifications of bikes.

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up efforts to ensure electric bicycle safety this summer by increasing enforcement and education for riders.

Deputies will be handing out e-bike safety information cards that outline safe riding practices, traffic laws, and bike classifications to riders of all ages.

Parents are encouraged to discuss e-bike safety with their children and to seek out deputies for safety information cards when they see them around town.

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The initiative aims to address the growing popularity of e-bikes as a mode of transportation in St. Johns County.

For more detailed information on e-bike safety, residents can visit this link: TrafficSafetyTeam.org

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office hopes these efforts will lead to a safer summer for all e-bike riders in the community.

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