Electric scooters have become a a popular means of moving around cities. It's a convenient and fast way movement, but in order to use it safely and in accordance with the law, Be aware of the applicable regulations and follow the basic rules of the road Road.

An electric scooter is a vehicle equipped with electric drive, with two axles and a steering wheel. There is no seat or pedals, and its design allows only a standing person to move on the platform.

User permissions:

• children up to 10 years old: They can only ride in residential zones, under care Adult.
• from 10 to 18 years old: A bicycle card or a category AM driver's license is required, A1, B1, T.
• above 18 years old: No eligibility requirements.

Obligations of e-scooter users

The person driving the electric scooter should move mainly on the road for bicycles. If there is no such infrastructure, the use of the roadway is permissible, provided that The speed on it does not exceed 30 km/h.

In exceptional situations, when there is no other option, The driver can move on the pavement. In this case:

• It is necessary to adjust the driving speed to the speed of the pedestrian,
• keep special caution,
• recede right of way for pedestrians.

Prohibitions on electric scooter drivers

The regulations clearly define what you must not do during the riding an electric scooter. The driver is obliged to observe the following Prohibitions:

• no it is allowed to drive scooters after consuming alcohol or under the influence of drugs Narcotic drugs
• Prohibited is the transport of other persons, animals or objects,
• no it is allowed to grab other vehicles while driving,
• ride next to another traffic participant is not allowed,
• during It is forbidden to use a telephone.

Electric scooter parking

An electric scooter can be left on the pavement as long as This does not hinder pedestrian movement. At least 1.5 free space for pedestrian traffic and set the vehicle parallel to the to the edge of the pavement.

Tariff

For breaking the rules regarding scooter movement electricity is threatened with fines:

• Using from a phone in a way that requires holding it in your hand – PLN 500,
• transport people, animals or objects – PLN 300,
• Driving through the pedestrian crossing – PLN 100.

The last basic rule is... common sense. Let's be prudent and remember to be careful. Electric scooter It's a convenient and fast way to get around the city. Lack of consideration and however, improper driving may result in a risk to you and others traffic participants.

Based on the materials of the Headquarters Press Team Provincial Police with its registered office in Radom