In order to maintain a safe and orderly cycling environment, all local and state laws pertaining to bicyclists are strictly enforced in Davis. Both the City and University employ bike officers and other personnel who enforce ordinances regulating bicycle operation, parking and equipment. See the "Cycling Tips" section for additional information regarding these rules.

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Parking

Bicycle parking is strictly regulated in Davis, especially at the University. When you're unsure of a legal bike parking area, the best rule of thumb is to lock your bike at a bike rack or other specific bike parking device. State law prohibits parking bikes on sidewalks where they obstruct pedestrian traffic.

In Davis

• Don't park anyplace where signs prohibiting such parking are posted or where parked bikes will block sidewalks.

At UC Davis

• Park only in places where bike parking devices are located or where "Bicycle Parking Area" signs are posted.
• Bikes may only be locked to bike parking devices. These do not include trees, poles, railings, fences, signs, etc.
• Bikes may not be parked in buildings, except for assigned residence hall rooms or assigned, departmentally-approved workplaces such as offices or labs.
• Illegally parked bikes may be impounded or cited and their owners subject to fines and any required storage or licensing fees.

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Bike Operation

Bicycling on sidewalks is discouraged for all but small children in residential areas. It is prohibited by ordinance in the downtown Davis central traffic district and on the University campus except in those few areas where no parallel roadway or bike path exists. Bikes at UCD may not be operated on any landscaped areas, pedestrian corridor, pedestrian ramp, or anywhere signs are posted prohibiting bike riding.

Bicyclists must obey all posted speed limits. Additionally, no cyclist may travel at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under existing conditions. At the University, the speed limit in the campus core area and all other bike paths is 15mph and in the parking lots is 10mph.

Operating a bike while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is punishable by fines, jail time and/or loss of driving privileges.

It is also illegal for two persons to ride on a bike meant for one or to have earphones covering both ears while cycling.