Riding e-scooters will now require a driving licence in Dubai, as the emirate announced new regulations for the use of bicycles, electric bikes and scooters.
Riders below 16 years are not permitted to ride an electric bike or electric scooter or any other type of bike specified by the Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) under the new set of regulations, which cover permit requirements, safety guidelines, technical requirements and age limits.
“Riding bikes or bicycles without receiving RTA’s approval, either for group training (more than four cyclists/bikers), or individual training (less than four), is strictly prohibited. Riders should always make sure they do not obstruct movement on cycling tracks Failure to adhere to laws and regulations governing cycling and biking or endangering the safety of other cyclists, vehicles and pedestrians can bring penalties and fines,” the Dubai’s authority said in a statement.
“These can include confiscation of the bike for 30 days in case of repeat violations within a year of the first violation and bans on riding the bike for specific periods. In case the violation is committed by someone under the age of 18, his or her parent or legal guardian will be responsible for paying any fine,” it added.
The regulations, governed by the Executive Council Resolution No (13) of 2022 issued by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, have specified 21 violations that can attract fines of up to Dh300 and confiscation of the bikes.
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