E-Bike Laws · MS

Mississippi

Verified from statute

3-class system

Class 1 (pedal-assist, 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, 20 mph), Class 3 (pedal-assist, 28 mph); motor under 750 W (§ 63-3-103(l)). [Miss. Code § 63-3-1315 & § 63-3-103 (HB 1195, 2021, as sent to Governor)]

Age limits

No one under 16 may operate a Class 3; under-16 passengers allowed on a Class 3 designed for passengers (§ 63-3-1315(8)). No age limit for Class 1/2 in § 63-3-1315. [Miss. Code § 63-3-1315 & § 63-3-103 (HB 1195, 2021, as sent to Governor)]

Helmets

§ 63-3-1315 contains no helmet requirement. [Miss. Code § 63-3-1315 & § 63-3-103 (HB 1195, 2021, as sent to Governor)]

Where you can ride

Allowed wherever bicycles are, including streets, highways, bike lanes and bike/multi-use paths. After a public hearing, local or state authorities may ban Class 1/2 on a path for safety; they may ban Class 3 on a path. Natural-surface nonmotorized trails are regulated locally (§ 63-3-1315(7)). [Miss. Code § 63-3-1315 & § 63-3-103 (HB 1195, 2021, as sent to Governor)]

License / registration / insurance

Not a motor vehicle; no driver license, registration, title, plates or financial responsibility required (§ 63-3-1315(2)). [Miss. Code § 63-3-1315 & § 63-3-103 (HB 1195, 2021, as sent to Governor)]

Speed & equipment

Label with class, top assisted speed and wattage from Jan 1, 2022; no tampering unless relabeled; CPSC 16 CFR 1512; motor must stop when pedaling stops or brakes are applied; Class 3 needs a speedometer (§ 63-3-1315(3)–(6), (9)). [Miss. Code § 63-3-1315 & § 63-3-103 (HB 1195, 2021, as sent to Governor)]

Cities in Mississippi

No city rules verified yet. Cities and counties can add restrictions (sidewalks, paths, parks) — check your city's municipal code.

Official sources

Last verified: Oct 2026. This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary — always confirm with the linked official source or local authorities.

Spot something outdated or wrong? Report an update (please include an official source link).