St. George tightens regulations on off-road vehicles after tragic accident claims life of 9-year-old boy
Following a tragic golf cart accident in Washington County last month, St. George law enforcement is taking action to address the use of off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on city streets. The St. George Police Department recently announced on social media that they are initiating focused enforcement efforts, cracking down on improper OHV usage in areas such as neighborhood roads and school zones. Concerns have arisen due to reports of children and teenagers riding these vehicles in inappropriate locations at unsafe speeds. The police will enforce laws surrounding OHV use in St. George, prohibiting them from city streets, trails, and sidewalks. Sgt. Jeremy Needle emphasized that parents need to be aware of these laws and ensure their children are operating OHVs safely and legally. The ultimate goal of these enforcement actions is to prioritize safety and prevent more tragic incidents like the recent fatal accident involving a child in St. George. Additionally, while St. George is ramping up enforcement, another city in Utah, Highland, has updated its ordinances to allow the use of golf carts on certain residential roads with strict regulations in place for safety.
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