E-scooters: the rules you should know (or it gets expensive)
E-scooters are practical, but legally they are not toys. They count as motor vehicles, and anyone who ignores the rules risks fines, points and, in extreme cases, even their car driver's license. Here is the most important information at a glance.
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What you should do now
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1. Ensure insurance
Without a valid insurance sticker the scooter may not be ridden; renew it annually.
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2. Use the right paths
Use the cycle path or road; sidewalks and pedestrian zones (where not permitted) are off limits.
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3. Ride sober
On an e-scooter too, the car alcohol limits apply; when in doubt, push it or get home another way.
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4. Check the fine
If you get a fine notice, it is worth looking at the allegations; you can object to errors.
Frequently asked questions
What alcohol limit applies on an e-scooter?
The same as for a car, because the e-scooter is a motor vehicle: from 0.5 per mille a fine and points are threatened, and from 1.1 per mille it is a criminal offense. During the license probation period and for those under 21, a limit of 0.0 per mille applies. Drink-driving can also endanger your car driver's license.
May I ride the e-scooter on the sidewalk?
No. Cycle paths and, where there are none, the roadway are permitted. Riding on sidewalks and in pedestrian zones (unless expressly permitted) is prohibited and punished with a fine. You also need a valid insurance sticker.
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General information for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). In case of a high loss or uncertainty: contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.