The direct answer: yes, the 20 km/h speed limit for e-scooters in Paraná is official. CETRAN-PR Resolution No. 106/2026, published in 2026, established statewide guidelines for electric bicycles and self-propelled individual mobility devices—the exact category that includes electric scooters.
If you live in Maringá or anywhere else in Paraná, you need to understand what has changed. The rule is not merely a recommendation: it serves as a reference for municipalities, which remain responsible for enforcing and regulating their own roads. In practice, anyone who uses an e-scooter to commute, go to school, or enjoy a ride must follow speed limits and circulation rules or risk a fine.
In this guide, we explain what the state resolution says, how it relates to Maringá Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025, and what you need to do to keep using your e-scooter legally.
What CETRAN-PR Resolution 106/2026 says about e-scooters
The state resolution was drafted based on CONTRAN Resolution No. 996/2023 and serves as a reference for all municipalities in Paraná. It establishes clear rules for electric scooters, e-bikes, and other self-propelled mobility devices.
The key point is speed: 20 km/h on bike paths and cycle lanes, unless the municipal traffic authority technically establishes a different limit. In pedestrian-only areas, when permitted and properly signed, the limit drops to 6 km/h.
These figures are not arbitrary. They follow the safety approach of CONTRAN Resolution 996/2023, which sets the device's maximum speed at 32 km/h—but on shared roads, caution calls for a lower speed.
Where riding an electric scooter is prohibited in Paraná
The state rule specifically identifies prohibited locations. You may not ride on:
- Sidewalks (unless specifically authorized and signed)
- Exclusive bus lanes
- Highways
- Expressways
- Roads with a posted speed limit above 40 km/h
In Maringá, Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025 already followed this approach: shared traffic is allowed only on roads with a speed limit of up to 40 km/h. In other words, the state rule reinforces what the city was already practicing.
Minimum age and documentation for riding an electric scooter
The state resolution sets 16 as the minimum age for riding electric scooters on public roads. Riders aged 16 to under 18 need authorization from, and remain the responsibility of, their parents or legal guardians.
You do not need a Brazilian driver's license (CNH) for an electric scooter under CONTRAN Resolution 996/2023. However, this applies only to devices with a factory-set top speed of up to 32 km/h. If your vehicle exceeds that limit, it is classified as a moped and requires registration, licensing, a license plate, and an ACC or Category A driver's license.
Required equipment: what your e-scooter must have
In addition to speed requirements, the law requires safety equipment. Under Maringá's municipal law and the state resolution, an e-scooter must have:
- Speed indicator
- Bell
- Nighttime lighting and reflectors
Helmet use is mandatory. At Patinep Store, we also recommend additional equipment such as lights and mirrors, but meeting the legal minimum already helps you avoid problems during enforcement checks.
What changes in practice for e-scooter riders in Maringá
Maringá has had municipal rules since 2025, so the 2026 state resolution brings few surprises for anyone who was already following the law. The difference is that there is now a unified statewide guideline, making enforcement easier and preventing conflicting interpretations between cities.
For everyday riding: respect the 20 km/h limit on bike paths, slow down to 6 km/h in pedestrian areas, and avoid expressways. With a typical range of 20 to 40 km per charge and a recharging cost of R$ 0.10 to R$ 0.30 (approximately USD 0.02 to USD 0.06), an e-scooter remains an affordable way to get around the city.