Our Policies
Galveston Moke Rental & Sales
MOKE Rules:
- No Drinking & Driving
- Wear Your Seatbelts
- Obey All Traffic Signs & Signals
- No Driving Or Parking On Sidewalks
- Lock Golf Cart Steering Wheel When Not In Cart
- Only Renters Who Sign Can Drive
Do Not Drive On:
- Broadway
- Harborside
- Seawall- East Of 6th St. & West Of 61st St.
- 61st St.
- Ferry Road
- Beach
Historical Sites:
- Bishop Palace
- Moody Mansion
- The Bryan Museum
- Rosenberg Library / Museum
- Ronald Mcdonald House
- Grand 1984 Opera House
- Rail Road Museum
- Texas Seaport Museum
- Ocean Star Drilling Museum
- Visitors Center
Waiver
You will be required to sign a waiver before you start driving one of our Mokes. The general terms of the waiver are:
BY YOUR SIGNATURE BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT UNDER THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
In exchange for the privilege to rent this electric cart or other equipment, you are accepting responsibility for your own negligence. You must operate this vehicle/equipment in a safe manner, and adhere to all rules set forth by Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC, Carriage Haus Rentals LLC, the State of Texas and the City of Galveston. You agree to be liable for all medical, damage and legal claims that may arise from your rental and use of the electric cart/equipment.
YOU HEREBY AGREE TO ACCEPT THE RISKS OF USING AN ELECTRIC CART. ON BEHALF OF YOURSELF, YOUR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND YOUR HEIRS AND YOU HEREBY RELEASE AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY THE AFOREMENTIONED BUSINESS, AND ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS FROM ANY ALL CLAIMS, ACTIONS, CAUSES OF ACTIONS, SUITS, JUDGMENTS AND DEMANDS FOR BODILY INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF LIFE AND/OR LOSS OF SERVICES, IN LAW AND EQUITY, THAT MAY IN ANY WAY OR MANNER RESULT FROM YOUR RENTAL OR USE OF THE ELECTRIC CART/EQUIPMENTS MADE THE SUBJECT OF THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT.
Detailed Conditions You Agree To
- I, ______________________(Name), authorize Galveston Moke Rentals LLC to charge my credit card or bank account indicated below for its customary rental charges and an amount up to $7000 for damages, if any to rental cart on _______________(Date)
- The term “equipment” is used in this agreement to represent various electric carts and/or accessories rented to me by Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC.
- All cart operators MUST have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state they reside and proof of insurance. This license and proof of insurance is required to be carried on the cart at all times. A copy of my driver’s license and insurance card may be retained.
- Electric Carts are registered for EAST END of Island driving only. This would-be areas East of 61st Street. Carts cannot be driven:
- Where posted speed limits exceed thirty-five (35) miles per hour.
- Avenue “O” between 15th and 53rd Streets and Avenue “P”, between 19th and 53rd Streets.
- On Broadway, Harborside and 61st Streets.
- On any Sidewalks including the Seawall Sidewalk.
- On roadways that have more than two lanes of vehicular traffic per direction.
- Your cart has a toggle switch with D-forward, R-reverse N-Neutral, please keep switch in center position when not in use. When in the reverse, you should hear a backing horn (beeping sound).
- Do not make turns at high speeds. High-speed turning could result in vehicle rollover.
- I understand that an electric cart is subject to the same laws and regulations pertaining to motor vehicles and therefore agree that the electric cart will be operated in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the City of Galveston, including but not limited to the requirement that persons driving the electric cart must not be under the influence of alcohol and/or illegal drugs. I further agree that I personally will be responsible for all moving and/or parking violations issued to said cart while it is in my possession, under my control, or at any time during the rental period. I agree that I will not operate the electric cart on the beach or allow salt water to come in contact with mechanical or electrical components. I further agree that law prohibits me from using the electric cart on major highways and on the beaches of Galveston.
- Your cart comes with a seatbelt, it should be worn at all times. Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC is not responsible for people who are thrown or fall out of the cart due to unused seatbelts or reckless driving.
- The electric mokes can only carry a Maximum of four (4) persons at any one time, regardless of age.
- Please park the electric carts or store equipment in a safe place at night.
- Electric carts cannot be parked in fire lane.
- Please take the key out when not in use. There will be a $10.00 charge for missing key that is not returned to Rental Agent.
- You are responsible for any damages incurred to the electric cart or equipment or other property while renting the electric cart/equipment. Any cost to repair or replace the vehicle(s) other equipment and their accessories as a result of any damage, accidents, acts of vandalism, fire or theft will be the responsibility of the Renter.
- Report any problems you have with your cart to the Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC Office immediately at 409-261-4227.
- I agree the privilege of using the electric cart/equipment can be revoked without notice by Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC, at their sole discretion, for any violation of this agreement including reckless driving and allowing underage guests to operate the cart. I further agree I shall not be entitled any rental refund or deposit for such revocation of privilege.
- I understand that if the electric cart/equipment should become inoperable through no fault of mine, Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC will take reasonable steps to have the vehicle/equipment repaired. In the event the electric cart/equipment cannot be repaired or replaced, a refund will be issued towards the unused rental agreement period.
- Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC will do their best to repair or replace the electric cart quickly should a problem arise. If it is after business hours, the electric cart may not be repaired or replaced until the next morning. We will not credit you for overnight time that the cart is not working.
- Galveston Moke Rentals, LLC will not issue credits for repairs or replacements that take less than half a day.
- If any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.
- Our electric carts/equipment are inspected for damage at the point of pickup. In the event the electric cart/equipment is damaged during the rental period, estimated repair cost will be charged against your credit card. You are responsible for anyone you let drive the cart.
- Cancellation Policy: You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance with no penalty. Cancellations not made 48 hours prior to rental will have a penalty of $100.00. Cancellation or changes to the rental the day of will not be refunded.
- Most Important: Let’s be safe and have fun out there.
Insurance
Renter must provide to Owner with proof of insurance that would cover damage to the Rental Vehicle at the time this Car Rental Agreement is signed, as well as personal injury to the Renter, passengers in the Rented Vehicle, and other persons or property. If the Rental Vehicle is damaged or destroyed while it is in the possession of Renter, Renter agrees to pay any required insurance deductible and also assign all rights to collect insurance proceeds to Owner.
Indemnification
Renter agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Owner for any loss, damage, or legal actions against Owner as a result of Renter’s operation or use of the Rented Vehicle during the term of this Car Rental Agreement. This includes any attorney fees necessarily incurred for these purposes. Renter will also pay for any parking tickets, moving violations, or other citations received while in possession of the Rented Vehicle.