Dubai Police impound more than 13,000 e-scooters in campaign against reckless riding
Dubai Police confiscated 13,657 e-scooters so far this year, as authorities clamp down on riders flouting traffic rules. There is no tolerance for dangerous riding, including travelling at speeds exceeding 60kph on public roads, said Brig Juma bin Suwaidan, director of the general department of traffic at Dubai Police. E-scooters are limited to 20kph on designated routes and riders must be at…
Dubai's police force has impounded over 13,000 electric scooters this year, taking action against riders who ignore traffic laws. Brig Juma bin Suwaidan, director of Dubai Police's traffic division, emphasized that there is zero tolerance for unsafe riding practices, such as exceeding 60kph on public roads. E-scooters are legally limited to 20kph on designated routes, and riders must be at least 16 years old.
Police patrols will target riders who ride on pavements and in markets, cross roads carelessly, weave between lanes, or ride outside authorized zones. Dubai Police stressed the need for these measures to prevent fatalities and serious injuries. The safety guidelines for e-scooter users include wearing a helmet and reflective vest, following traffic signals and signs, and parking in designated areas.
The crackdown follows an announcement in July when Dubai Police proposed stricter legislation to hold parents accountable for their children's e-scooter usage. Reports showed a 97% increase in major e-scooter accidents in 2025 compared to the previous year, with cases rising from 61 to 120.
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