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A Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) is a four-wheeled motored vehicle with a top speed between 20 & 25 mph, with a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 2,500 lbs and meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
There are multiple regulations and requirements involved when operating a LSV within the City of Daphne limits, and it is important to be aware of each.
The terms LSV and Golf Carts are often used interchangeably.
There is no provision of state law that permits the use of vehicles intended to be operated on golf courses to be driven on public roadways.
LSVs MUST BE registered and tagged through the Baldwin County Judge of Probate’s Office in order to legally operate within the City of Daphne limits.
In order to obtain a license plate, the Low Speed Vehicle must have a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) that meets expectations of the National Highway Safety and Traffic Administration. You will be required to have a Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin.
All Low Speed Vehicles are required to have the following:
To view the complete Operation of Low Speed Vehicles Rules & Regulations brochure, click here.
As with any vehicle on City of Daphne roadways, if you should see anyone of any age operating a LSV in an unsafe manner, please contact the Daphne Police Department by calling 911.
If you have general questions regarding the operation of LSVs, please call our non-emergency line at 251-620-0911 during normal business hours.