State officials discuss new rules for scooter couriers, including visible IDs
A deputy chairman of the State Duma, Vladislav Davankov, has floated a plan to introduce identification numbers for electric scooter couriers. The proposal is reported by RIA News and aims to address public frustration with courier behavior while also promoting safer riding practices. The core idea is to place a readable courier ID on the thermal bags used to carry deliveries, making it possible for customers to report any issues directly to the technology or service provider’s support teams and for the companies to take appropriate action against drivers who display aggressive or reckless riding habits.
Davankov emphasized that these numbers should be placed inside the courier’s bag in a way that makes them legible from a distance of up to twenty meters. This visibility would enable observers and customers to identify the rider quickly, facilitating quicker follow-up with the relevant service if problems arise. The proposal reflects a broader concern about the safety and quality of urban delivery services as their use expands across major cities in the country.
In a related development, Senator Artem Sheikin proposed penalties for electric scooter users who operate under the influence. The suggested fine would amount to ten thousand rubles for intoxicated riders, and the plan also calls for penalties against scooter operators who refuse medical examination when required. The draft law is expected to be submitted to the State Duma for review in the autumn session, signaling potential regulatory tightening ahead for personal mobility devices.
Another figure in the discussion, Yevgeny Moskvichev, who formerly chaired the State Duma Transport Committee, highlighted a separate measure. He argued that electric scooters should be registered if their speed surpasses the pace of a pedestrian, which is around six kilometers per hour. The core intent behind this stance is to ensure that faster scooters meet certain safety and registration standards, aligning their operation with other rules governing motorized devices on public streets. The ongoing dialogue underscores a growing push to balance convenience and innovation in urban transport with the safety and accountability of riders and service providers.