VEH.4.3.010 Authorized Operation

(a) All ATV/UTV operators shall comply with posted speed limits, stop signs, traffic signs, and must comply with any law enforcement attempts to stop to the ATV/UTV. For all roads under this Code the maximum allowable speed for ATV/UTV use shall not exceed 35 mph.

(b) Operators may operate an ATV/UTV:

(1) On all marked roads and marked trails approved by the Tribal Governing Board within the boundaries of the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation. The Tribal Governing Board reserves the right to amend or revoke its approval for ATV/UTV use on any road or any trail at any time.

(2) On tribally-owned lands whose purpose is to hunt, fish or gather within the exterior boundaries of the reservation. Failure to post that land is the property of the Tribe does not imply consent for ATV/UTV use.

(3) ATV/UTV's may only utilize approved marked roads and marked trails upon the opening of the season as declared by the Tribal Governing Board.

(4) All persons under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet and eye protection when operating an ATV/UTV.

(5) ATV operation is limited to one person per vehicle unless designed for a passenger.

(6) No passengers allowed for operators under the age 18.

(7) Children under the age of five are are prohibited from being passengers in an ATV/UTV during its operation.

(8) Any ATV/UTV operators between the ages of 12-15 years of age must have completed an ATV safety course and must carry the safety certification card while operating the ATV/UTV at all times.

(9) Only enrolled Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal members may operate ATV/UTVs on non-designated routes, for the limited purpose of accessing a designated route from the member's residence.