Bicycles Need License Plates

A bicycle is a vehicle. As a vehicle, a bicycle is supposed to be ridden on the road, not a sidewalk. The bicycle rider is supposed to ride with in the direction of vehicle traffic. The rider is supposed to obey all signs and signals.

The Problem
I frequently see bicyclists running red lights and stop signs. I see them riding on sidewalks and going the wrong way down one way streets. I see them obstructing traffic on busy streets. I see them injuring or frightening other people. They operate with impunity because they are anonymous.

The Solution
Bicycles need license plates. If a bicycle had a license plate and the rider committed an offense, there would be a possiblity of reporting the offender. Bad behavior could be reported. A small fine could be levied. The mere possibility of receiving a fine should reduce bad behavior.

A bicycle that is not used on the streets would not require a license plate.

A bicycle without a plate on a city street would be confiscated and sold at auction.