Low speed vehicles (LSV) are small, four-wheeled vehicles
that are built to specific federal vehicle standards by licensed
manufacturers. Homemade vehicles and retrofitted golf carts do not
qualify. Dealers and other businesses in the industry must be
licensed by the DMV. Low speed vehicles may be operated on public streets where
the speed limit is no more than 35 miles per hour. The driver
must possess a valid Class C or higher driver's license. A Class C driver’s license with an “XM” restriction means the driver is
permitted to drive
a low speed vehicle only.
NRS 484.527
1. As used in this section, “low-speed vehicle” means a motor vehicle:
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Designed to carry not more than four persons;
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Designed to operate at a maximum speed of at least 20 but not more than 25 miles per hour;
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Having at least four wheels in contact with the ground;
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Having an unladen weight of less than 1,800 pounds; and
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Complying with the standards for safety of such a vehicle set forth in
Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 500 at 49 C.F.R. § 571.500.
2. If registered, a low-speed vehicle may be operated upon a highway where the posted speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less. A person shall not operate a low-speed vehicle upon a highway where the posted speed limit is greater than 35 miles per hour, except to cross such a highway at an intersection.
Low speed vehicles are
subject to the same registration requirements as other vehicles
including insurance, taxes and
emissions inspections. They are issued standard-sized license
plates.
A low speed vehicle
must be inspected at a DMV VIN inspection station or by a peace
officer prior to its first registration. The owner must also
certify that the vehicle's safety equipment is in proper working
order.
Vehicle Inspection Certificate (RD-15)
For Vehicle Identification Number Verification. Must be completed by a DMV representative, a peace officer or other authorized agent.
Low Speed Vehicle
Equipment Certification (RD-16)
To certify that safety equipment on a low speed vehicle is in
good working condition.
You must present a
Nevada Evidence of Insurance card, the two forms above and all other documents
required for registration. See Vehicle
Registration Requirements.
Low speed vehicle renewals are identical to
those for other vehicles. You will receive a mailed renewal
notice that indicates whether an emissions inspection is
required. You may use any of the normal Renewal
Options.
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