North Dakota Golf Cart Laws 2026: City Ordinances, Crossings & LSVs

North Dakota golf cart laws explained — NDCC 40-05-22 lets cities allow golf carts by ordinance (daytime only, crossings on state highways), plus LSV rules for 35 mph roads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are golf carts street legal in North Dakota?

Only where a city allows it. North Dakota Century Code § 40-05-22 lets a city's governing body authorize golf carts on city streets by ordinance, but the ordinance may not allow them on federal, state, or county highways except for a perpendicular crossing, and may not allow operation at night. Golf carts driven under an ordinance are exempt from the title, registration, and equipment provisions of Title 39. Related: Shop street-legal golf carts

Can a golf cart cross a state highway in North Dakota?

Yes. Under NDCC § 40-05-22, even a city ordinance can only allow a golf cart to make a perpendicular crossing of a federal, state, or county highway in the city — it cannot authorize travel along those highways. Operation is also limited to daytime. Always check your city's ordinance for any additional local rules. Related: Golf carts in North Dakota

What roads can a low-speed vehicle use in North Dakota?

A registered low-speed vehicle may operate on any highway posted 35 mph or less and may make a direct crossing of a faster highway to continue on a 35 mph-or-less road (NDCC § 39-29.1-07). LSVs are registered with the NDDOT and must carry full LSV equipment under § 39-29.1-08. Factory-certified FMVSS 500 models like the DENAGO CITY qualify; TIGON delivers across North Dakota, call 1-844-844-6638. Related: Shop Low Speed Vehicles

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