Conduct & Etiquette

Code of conduct for METRO riders

METRO ordinances and policies were enacted to protect the safety, security and health of our passengers. Violators are subject fines ranging from $50 to $500 dollars and may lose their transit privileges.

• You may not eat on the train, although you may carry groceries. Beverages must be in a closed, spill-proof container such as a commuter cup.
• Customers using audio or video devices are required to use earphones.
• Alcohol and tobacco are prohibited.
• Federal regulations prohibit the transportation of flammable, explosive or hazardous materials.
• Vandalism or willful destruction of METRO property is prohibited.
• You may not lie down on the seats or place your feet on them.
• You may not spend more than one hour on a METRO station.
• Guide or service animals are permitted on the train. All other animals must be carried inside a completely enclosed and secured cage or carrying case small enough to fit on a rider’s lap and must not endanger or disturb other passengers.
 

Etiquette when riding

• Respect priority seating areas for passengers with disabilities. You may use them but must surrender them to someone using a wheelchair or scooter.
• Keep the aisles clear.
• Occupy only one seat on the train. Keep packages in your lap or on the floor under the seat.
• Be patient and wait for other passengers to deboard before you enter the train.

Safety on station platforms

• While waiting for the train, stand back from the edge of the platform.
• Keep children together and away from the tracks until the train stops completely. Hold the hands of small children when on the station platform.
• Allow other passengers to exit the train before you board.
• Skateboarding, rollerblading and riding bikes on or near platforms is not permitted.

For tips on being safe when driving, walking or biking near light rail tracks, visit our safety page.