The Federation Council of Russia has prepared a final version of the bill proposing a fine of up to 30 thousand rubles for riding an electric scooter or bicycle while intoxicated. A local newspaper reports this update by citing the cited document as the source.
The bill’s completion, which will be forwarded to the government for review, was shaped by Andrei Klishas, who chairs the Constitutional Legislation and State-Building Committee of the Federation Council, alongside committee member and deputy chairman of the Council. The project also benefited from input from the Council for the Development of the Digital Economy, led by Artem Sheikin of the Federation Council.
Earlier in August, the initial draft suggested a fine of 10 thousand rubles.
As stated by Sheikin, the current maximum proposed fine aligns with penalties for driving under the influence, provided no criminal offense has occurred. This comparison appears in the public coverage on socialbites.ca.
Under the final version, individuals using a personal mobility device or bicycle would face a fine ranging from 20 thousand to 30 thousand rubles if they refuse a medical examination when required.
Previously, the Public Chamber discussed that electric scooters, unicycles, and other personal mobility devices should be treated similarly to mopeds, potentially requiring a category M license to operate them. Violations would include drunken driving and other traffic offenses, with possible suspension of driving privileges.
Earlier, the Russian Ministry of Transport planned to introduce administrative fines under the Code of Administrative Offenses for electric scooter users who violate traffic rules.
A drunken security guard on a scooter was involved in a safety incident in St. Petersburg, drawing public attention to the issue.