E Scooter Advice

E Scooter Advice

Thinking about an e-scooter for Christmas? Read this first.

These are just some of the 16 electric vehicles seized by officers in Shrewsbury after being found being used illegally in public places.

📌 13 e-scooters seized
📌 3 e-bikes seized

Many people are unaware that while it is perfectly legal to buy and own a private e-scooter, it is generally not legal to ride one on roads, pavements, cycle paths or other public land.

The only place a privately owned e-scooter can be used is on private land with the landowner's permission.

Parents and guardians considering an e-scooter or e-bike as a Christmas gift are encouraged to research the legal requirements before purchasing.

If an electric scooter or electric bike is being used unlawfully on the road network or in public places, officers may seize the vehicle and report the rider for relevant offences.

Please don't let an exciting Christmas present become an expensive mistake.

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