Some Rules of
the Road
As of April 1, 2006, you are required to have your OHV registered
with Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations (Registry of Motor Vehicles)
except in circumstances where owners use their OHVs exclusively on their
own property.
OHVs are defined as:
- snow vehicle
- all-terrain vehicle
- off-road motorcycle
- four-wheel-drive or low-tire-pressure vehicle
- dune buggy
- vehicle or class of vehicle designated as an off-highway
vehicle by regulation.
Age
Nova Scotians younger than 16 years-of-age can operate an OHV only
if specific conditions are met (see training). Nova Scotians
16 and older must have completed a safety training program in order
to legally operate an OHV.
Safety
All operators are required to wear an approved helmet.
Safety training
is required.
You are required to have a white head light visible for at least
300 feet and a red tail light visible for at least 200 feet when riding between dusk and dawn.
Noise level
The maximum noise level cannot exceed the level originally set by the
manufacturer.
Liability Coverage
OHV operators are required to have and be able to show proof of liability
insurance by April 1, 2007.
Assumption of Risk
Under the OHV Act, OHV riders, whether an owner or passenger, willingly
assume all risks related to the ownership or operation of the vehicle
while operating on land with or without the owner's permission.
Property Rights
OHV riders do not acquire any property rights with respect to the land
on which they ride, whether or not they have permision from the landowner
to ride on his/her property .
OHV Rallies
At the present time, rally operators and
participants are not required to obtain a permit. Written permission
to use private land is still required.
Seizure
An OHV may be seized if there are reasonable grounds to believe an
offence has been committed under the Act. The OHV may be held until
the resolution of the case.
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