Disabled vet ticketed while riding wheelchair without license [Video]

A Jeffco deputy issued a ticket to the veteran who argues it could be a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act – he plans to fight it in court.

LITTLETON, Colo. — While riding his motorized wheelchair on the road, a disabled veteran was pulled over and issued a ticket by a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office deputy.

The veteran asserted that he was not in violation of any laws and said ticketing him seemed to infringe upon his rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

“Why would he pick on a wheelchair user? I don’t know,” said Thomas Graham.

Graham is a proud Army veteran who lost both of his legs in 2007 while serving his second tour in Iraq. When he lost his limbs, he lost his license.

Almost two years ago, he built his motorized wheelchair ensuring compliance with local laws.

Now, it’s his favorite and only mode of transportation.

“I even put a nice battery on it for my phone in …