Government submits draft law to parliament: stricter regulation of light transport use by minors

The Estonian government presents a draft law to parliament on Thursday, 4 June, amending traffic legislation to impose stricter requirements on minors using bicycles, electric scooters and mini-mopeds. The law also provides for fines for illegal use of electric scooters and bicycles.

The Estonian government presents a draft law to parliament on 4 June amending traffic legislation, which will introduce stricter rules for minors using light transport. The changes affect bicycles, electric scooters and mini-mopeds.

According to the draft law, clearer restrictions will be established that regulate the conditions and minimum age from which children may use these vehicles in traffic. In addition, fines are provided for cases where electric scooters or bicycles are used illegally.

The tightening of light transport regulations is relevant in several European countries, as the growing popularity of electric scooters has led to an increase in traffic accidents, particularly among young people. Estonia aims to improve road safety with the new rules and protect minors in traffic.