Also, the changes will affect the drivers of segways, gyro scooters and segwils. In addition, they will have to comply with traffic rules and pay fines if the innovations come into force.
Non-factional People’s Deputy Andrei Derkach proposes to amend the law “On Road Traffic” and recognize it as participants of people on self-balancing electric vehicles, such as electric scooters, gyro scooters, segways, segwils.
If the bill is passed, the drivers of such vehicles will be required to comply with traffic rules, and the police will be able to issue fines for violations on the road.
Who has the right to drive an electric scooter
Also, the right to drive electric vehicles will be given to persons have reached the age of 16… They will be given permission to travel on cycle paths, on the side of the road or along the edge of the carriageway.
The main responsibilities of electric vehicle drivers:
- ride in a buttoned motorcycle helmet;
- do not carry passengers;
- use serviceable and properly equipped vehicles;
- do not turn away while driving;
- do not transport cargo that interferes with management.
For security, owners are required to equip scooters or other electric vehicles with reflective devices and light devices, which must be switched on at nightfall.
Bill №5732 introduces amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses, which equate the drivers of the aforementioned vehicles with cyclists and horse-drawn transport drivers in terms of administrative responsibility.
What penalties will apply
The following fines will apply for the vehicles mentioned:
- Violation of traffic rules – 340 hryvnia;
- Violation of traffic rules in a state of intoxication – 680 hryvnia;
- Creation of an emergency – 850 UAH or community service for a period of 20 to 40 hours.
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