Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer has launched a new E-Bike/E-Motorcycle prosecution unit, RIDE SAFELY, to address illegal use of motorized vehicles. - Over 100 deaths have been attributed to e-Bikes and E-Motorcycles nationwide.
- Injuries have spiked 430% in Southern California in the last four years. - Children aged 11-14 account for 61.7% of E-Motorcycle crashes, despite being legally prohibited from riding them.
- Charges have been filed against three parents, including involuntary manslaughter, for allowing children to ride illegal E-motorcycles. The unit aims to ensure consistent prosecution and hold parents accountable for knowingly breaking the law.