Important Notice for Parents About e-Scooters Thinking about buying an electric scooter for your child this summer? Here’s what you need to know to keep them safe and within the law:
1. Minimum Age Requirement In many municipalities, the minimum age to ride an e-scooter is 15 or 16 years old. Before purchasing, check with your local police or municipal authorities to confirm age restrictions. Allowing children under the legal age to ride can result in fines and legal issues.
2. Teach Them the Rules of the Road e-Scooters are considered vehicles, not toys. Riders must follow traffic laws, including obeying traffic lights and stop signs, riding in the correct direction without going against traffic, avoiding pedestrian-only zones, and riding only one person at a time—no passengers. The most common violations by minors include ignoring these rules. Parents or guardians are legally responsible for any infractions and fines incurred by their children.
3. Use Only Within the City Riding on national, regional, or interurban roads is strictly prohibited. e-Scooters are only permitted in urban areas such as cities and towns.
4. Purchase Only Certified Scooters Choose approved models certified by the DGT (Spanish Traffic Department). Local police are actively inspecting scooters to ensure compliance with safety and legal standards. Avoid cheap or unbranded scooters, as they are often outdated, uncertified, and may soon be banned from public roads. Safety should always come first, as many minors are involved in traffic accidents due to lack of knowledge and proper use.
Final important note!! Many minors are involved in traffic accidents due to lack of knowledge and improper use. As a parent, your role in educating your child about safe riding practices is crucial. Ensuring your child understands and follows local laws will help keep them safe and prevent legal consequences.