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Rental Terms by State

At GOLFCARTRENTALS.ORG, we prioritize both legal compliance and customer safety. Because golf cart regulations vary by location, we’ve created this guide to outline key rental requirements by U.S. state. Before booking your rental, please review your state’s terms or contact your local rental agent for clarification.


Alabama

  • Minimum Driver Age: 21

  • License Requirement: Valid driver’s license required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed in designated golf cart zones or with LSV registration

  • Insurance: Highly recommended


Arizona

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed on roads under 35 mph with proper lighting and registration

  • Special Notes: Sun City and other communities may have unique rules


California

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed on roads ≤25 mph when properly equipped

  • Helmet Requirement: Not required for carts but mandatory for low-speed electric bikes/scooters


Florida

  • Minimum Driver Age: 14 (on private roads); 18+ for public roads

  • License Requirement: Required for public streets

  • Street-Legal Usage: Legal under 25 mph with LSV compliance

  • Popular Areas: The Villages, Naples, Daytona Beach


Georgia

  • Minimum Driver Age: 16

  • License Requirement: Yes

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed in golf cart-friendly communities and certain city-approved zones


Hawaii

  • Minimum Driver Age: 21

  • License Requirement: Yes

  • Street-Legal Usage: Not permitted on public roads unless registered as LSV


Illinois

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed in cities/counties that have passed ordinances allowing golf carts


Louisiana

  • Minimum Driver Age: 21

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Permitted in approved golf cart zones

  • Insurance: Required for street use


Nevada

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Yes

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed on roads with speed limits under 35 mph when registered


New York

  • Minimum Driver Age: 21

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Generally restricted; only allowed in private communities unless fully registered as an LSV


North Carolina

  • Minimum Driver Age: 16

  • License Requirement: Yes

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed in municipalities with ordinances; some require inspections


South Carolina

  • Minimum Driver Age: 16

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Permitted in areas within 4 miles of your residence or rental location, during daylight hours


Texas

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Permitted in master-planned communities or beach towns with city approval (e.g., Port Aransas, Galveston)


Utah

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Yes

  • Street-Legal Usage: Allowed on roads posted at 25 mph or less when equipped and registered as an LSV


Virginia

  • Minimum Driver Age: 18

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Only permitted in certain cities (e.g., Virginia Beach pilot programs)


Washington

  • Minimum Driver Age: 21

  • License Requirement: Yes

  • Street-Legal Usage: Permitted in designated golf cart zones only


Wisconsin

  • Minimum Driver Age: 16

  • License Requirement: Required

  • Street-Legal Usage: Limited; mostly allowed in private resorts or communities


⚠️ Note:

This page is for general guidance only. Local city or county ordinances may impose additional rules or exceptions. Always consult your rental agent or local government before operating a golf cart on public roads.


Need Help Understanding Your State’s Laws?
Contact our support team or speak with your local GolfCartRentals.org agent to get personalized guidance based on your rental location.

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