Folsom Police Propose New Steps to Address E-Bike Incidents Involving Youth

Recommendations aim to curb a spike in safety issues with electric bikes among children and teens.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 1:47am

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Folsom police are requesting that the city council consider new proposals to address a significant increase in e-bike safety incidents involving young people in the community. The police department is seeking to implement measures that would help address the growing concerns around electric bike usage by children and teenagers.

Why it matters

E-bikes have become increasingly popular among youth, but their use has also led to a rise in safety issues and incidents in Folsom. The police department is hoping to get ahead of the problem by proposing new steps to improve safety and responsible ridership.

The details

The Folsom Police Department is asking the city council to consider recommendations such as requiring e-bike riders under 16 to wear helmets, banning e-bike use on certain trails and sidewalks, and implementing an education campaign to teach young riders about safe practices.

  • The police department presented the proposals to the city council on January 25, 2026.

The players

Folsom Police Department

The local law enforcement agency in Folsom, California that is proposing new measures to address a spike in e-bike safety incidents involving youth in the community.

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What they’re saying

“We've seen a real uptick in dangerous e-bike behavior from young riders, and we need to take steps to keep our community safe.”

— Chief Michael Johnson, Folsom Police Chief

What’s next

The Folsom City Council is expected to discuss and potentially vote on the police department's proposals at their next meeting on February 8, 2026.

The takeaway

As e-bikes grow in popularity among youth, Folsom is taking proactive steps to address safety concerns and ensure responsible ridership through new regulations and education efforts.