§ 18-156. Definitions.  


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  • The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

    Bicycle means every device propelled by the feet acting upon pedals and having wheels.

    Bicycle' lane means that portion of a roadway set aside for exclusive use of bicycles and so designated by appropriate signs and markings by the responsible governing body.

    Bicycle way means any path or sidewalk, or portion thereof, designated for the use of bicycles by the responsible governing body.

    Bike route means any bicycle lane, bicycle way or highway which has been duly designated by the responsible governing body and identified by appropriate signs and markings.

    Carrier means any device attached to a bicycle designed for carrying articles.

    Identification tag means a metal plate or sticker indicating that a bicycle is registered.

    Right-of-way means the right of one vehicle or pedestrian to proceed in a lawful manner in preference to another vehicle or pedestrian approaching under such circumstances of direction, speed and proximity as to give rise to danger of collision unless one grants precedence to the other.

(Code 1990, § 10-2-1)