Chicago Bike Laws

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This website will help you find relevant city and state laws about related to bicycling. It is divided into three different sections: Helpful Documents and Publications, Municipal Code of Chicago and Illinois Compiled Statutes. There is also a search function, searching both law databases simultaneously.

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Review ordinances concerning cyclists and bicycling in the City of Chicago.

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Review public acts regarding cyclists and bicycling in the State of Illinois.

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Welcome to the City of Chicago Department of Transportation Bicycle Program website for exploring city ordinances and state laws applicable to bicycling in Chicago. This website was developed by the Bicycle Program to inform Chicagoans of their rights and responsibilities and cyclists in the city. We hope that you find it easy to use and find information. The entire website is in a printer friendly format.

Contact Information

You can email the Chicago Department of Transportations's Bicycle Program, cdotbikes 'at' cityofchicago.org.

Accessibility

This website is designed for all users. The Bicycle Program would like feedback on this website from those who appreciate accessible websites. Please email .