CARLSBAD, Calif. — The City of Carlsbad Police Department continues to actively enforce the city’s e-bike and e-mobility laws through targeted enforcement operations, citations and vehicle impounds when violations pose an immediate or substantial risk to public safety.
Since the implementation of the city’s updated e-bike regulations, officers have focused on addressing unsafe riding behaviors, educating riders and parents, and reducing the risk of serious injuries. A particular focus has been placed on illegal e-motorcycles and modified electric bikes that do not comply with California law.
The Police Department recognizes that many residents frequently share concerns and videos of unsafe riding behavior on neighborhood and community social media platforms. While those platforms are not monitored by the Carlsbad Police Department, the information may provide valuable evidence that can assist officers in addressing ongoing safety concerns.
To support these efforts, community members can submit photos and videos of unsafe e-bike or e-motorcycle activity through the department’s online digital evidence portal. Submissions are reviewed by the Traffic Unit and may assist with enforcement and educational outreach efforts.
Examples of reportable activity include:
• Excessive speeds
• Traffic violations
• Reckless riding behaviors
• Riding in prohibited areas
• Illegal e-motorcycle operation
Residents submitting evidence are encouraged to include the location of the incident and ensure the activity occurred within the City of Carlsbad.
The digital evidence portal accepts photos and videos captured through dash cameras, home security systems, smartphones and other recording devices.
“Our goal is to improve safety for everyone using our roadways, trails and public spaces,” said Traffic Lieutenant Jim Willis. “Community members can play an important role by providing information that helps us identify unsafe behaviors and the specific locations in Carlsbad where they are occurring before someone is seriously injured.”
The online reporting portal is not monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Residents should call 9-1-1 to report crimes in progress or emergencies. For non-emergency concerns that do not include digital evidence, contact the Carlsbad Police Department’s non-emergency line at 442-339-2197.
For more information
Lieutenant Jim Willis, 442-339-5679 or james.willis@carlsbadca.gov
