“Not My Kid” Campaign: Town of Danville Prioritizes E-bike Safety
Here I am again talking about e-bikes! It truly is a hot topic that sparks conversation from legal and safety measures to environmental and technological advances.
I’m now coming to you with information about a campaign launched by the Town of Danville designed to educate families and promote e-bike safety, called “Not My Kid.”
“Not My Kid” Campaign Overview
In summer 2025, Danville launched “Not My Kid,” a comprehensive public education and outreach effort focused on youth e-bike safety. Key components include:
Education & Outreach – Information and tools gathered in one place (DanvilleTalks.org)
Video Series – Details about laws, risky behavior, and what families should know
Interactive Tools – An online quiz to determine which e-bike is right for your family, and a Q&A section
Community Engagement – Pop-up safety events
Danville has since taken its e-bike safety efforts a step further. As of August 6, 2026, e-bikes and motorized scooters may not be ridden inside Town parks. Riders may bring them into parks, but they must dismount and walk them within park boundaries.
The new ordinance applies only to Town parks. Riding elsewhere in Danville continues to be governed by applicable state and local laws. You can learn more about the Town’s Walk Your Ride rules here.
A Legal Perspective
Danville’s campaign is primarily about education and injury prevention, but the rules surrounding e-bikes can also matter when an accident occurs.
|
California regulates e-bikes based on factors including motor power, assisted speed, and how the motor operates. Modifications can change whether a vehicle still legally qualifies as an e-bike.
Read more about e-bike classifications here: Can My Child Ride an E-Bike? |
|
State laws and local ordinances govern where e-bikes may be ridden and what riders are required to do. In Danville, that now includes dismounting and walking e-bikes and motorized scooters inside Town parks. |
|
If someone violates a safety law and that violation contributes to an injury, it may affect how responsibility is evaluated. The details of the accident – and the purpose of the rule involved – still matter.
Read more about how fault is determined here: How Fault Is Determined After a Bicycle Accident in California. |
What Families Can Do to Stay Safe
✔ Check equipment
- Age and skill-level appropriate (don’t just assume more speed = better)
- Legal – speed limits, lighting, brakes, safety features
✔ Use protective gear – helmets, reflective clothing, maybe lights or protective pads
✔ Teach kids the rules – where they can ride, traffic laws, and when they need to dismount
✔ Stay updated on local ordinances and safety programs (like this Danville campaign)
For more information about what you can do to keep your family safe while riding e-bikes, visit my previous blog posts:
- California e-bike regulations taking effect in 2025
- Can I Buy My Child an E-Bike?
- Low Price E-bikes Can Come at a Steep Cost
- Bicycle Accidents Involving Children: What Parents Need to Know
The Bottom Line: Danville’s “Not My Kid” Campaign Is A Game Changer
For families, Danville’s campaign offers practical tools for safer riding. The new park restrictions are also an important reminder that e-bike rules continue to evolve as e-bike use becomes more common.
When Legal Help Becomes Necessary
Sometimes, despite best efforts, injuries happen. In those cases:
- If you or your child is injured by someone else riding recklessly, under the influence, or without required safety features, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim.
- If a product is faulty or dangerous (bike, battery, charger, part), a product liability claim might be involved.
- If a dangerous road or property condition (e.g., pothole) contributed to the accident, there may be a claim involving a public entity or another responsible party.
Contact Paceline Law
By riding in a paceline, cyclists reduce wind drag by up to 50%. Hiring a lawyer should work the same way—reducing friction and making the legal process smoother.
If you’ve been injured in a bike accident, I’m here to advocate for you and take on the headwinds of your legal challenges. Let’s move forward together.