Arizona Laws on Street-Legal Golf Carts and UTVs
In Arizona, some golf carts, ATVs, and UTVs can be street legal—but only if they meet specific equipment and registration requirements under ARS §28-2153 and ARS §28-964.
To drive legally on public roads, your vehicle must have:
· Headlights, taillights, and brake lights
· A rearview mirror
· A horn
· A license plate and registration
· Proper insurance coverage
Without these, driving your off-road vehicle on a city street could result in citations, impoundment, or insurance complications if a crash occurs.
Where You Can (and Can’t) Drive
In areas like Lake Havasu City or Scottsdale, certain residential or low-speed zones may allow golf carts and UTVs under posted local ordinances. However, driving them on highways or major city roads (like Scottsdale Road or Highway 95) is illegal unless the vehicle meets full street-legal standards.
Always check with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) or local law enforcement before taking your UTV or golf cart on public streets.
What If You’re in a Golf Cart or UTV Accident?
UTV and ATV accidents can cause severe injuries—often involving rollovers, collisions with cars, or unsafe modifications. Unlike standard cars, these vehicles provide minimal protection, and insurance coverage disputes are common.
If you were injured while driving or riding a golf cart, ATV, or UTV, you may have a claim for:
· Medical bills and future treatment
· Lost wages
· Pain and suffering
· Property damage
· Wrongful death (in fatal accidents)
At Rideout Law Group, our Arizona UTV and ATV accident lawyers represent victims across Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Lake Havasu City who were hurt in recreational or roadway crashes.
How Our Legal Team Can Help
Our attorneys—Brad Rideout, Steven Eckhardt, and Carolyn Keist-Gilbert—have decades of experience handling:
· Off-road vehicle crashes
· Drunk driving collisions involving ATVs or UTVs
· Insurance bad faith and denial claims
· Wrongful death and catastrophic injury litigation
We investigate fault, preserve evidence, and fight for maximum compensation under Arizona personal injury laws.
Rideout Law Group Offices
Scottsdale Office 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 225, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (480) 584-3328
Lake Havasu City Office 2800 Sweetwater Ave, Suite A104, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 (928) 854-8181
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This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal guidance specific to your situation, please contact a licensed attorney at Rideout Law Group.