Iowa Code 321O.4 – Operation
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1. The operator of a personal delivery device shall ensure that, while engaged, the device does all of the following:
a. Operates in a manner that complies with the provisions of chapter 321 applicable to pedestrians, other than section 321.326, unless the provision of chapter 321 cannot by its nature apply to the device.
b. Yields the right-of-way to all other traffic, including pedestrians.
c. Operates in a manner that does not unreasonably interfere with other traffic, including pedestrians.
d. Complies with any ordinance regulating personal delivery devices adopted by a local authority, as defined in section 321.1, that is not inconsistent with this chapter.
e. Is monitored or controlled by an agent of the business entity operating the device.
f. Operates in a manner that allows the device to come to a controlled stop in a reasonably safe time and distance.
Attorney's Note
Under the Iowa Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Simple misdemeanor | up to 30 days | between $105 and $855 |
Terms Used In Iowa Code 321O.4
- Agent: means any officer, director, or employee of a business entity, or any other person who is authorized to act on behalf of a business entity. See Iowa Code 321O.1
- Business entity: means a corporation, sole proprietorship, association, partnership, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or other legal entity, that is formed for the purpose of making a profit. See Iowa Code 321O.1
- device: means a device to which all of the following apply:a. See Iowa Code 321O.1
- following: when used by way of reference to a chapter or other part of a statute mean the next preceding or next following chapter or other part. See Iowa Code 4.1
- Operator: means a person who operates or is in actual physical control of an all-terrain vehicle. See Iowa Code 321I.1
- Person: includes any individual, firm, corporation, partnership, joint adventure, or association, and the plural as well as the singular number. See Iowa Code 321H.2
2. The operator of a personal delivery device shall ensure that, while engaged, the device does not do any of the following:a. Obstructs the right-of-way of any other traffic, including pedestrians.b. Transports any hazardous material regulated by section 321.450 or 49 U.S.C. ch. 51 that is required to be placarded.3. A person who violates this section commits a simple misdemeanor punishable as a scheduled violation under section 805.8A, subsection 9B.