E-Scooter Regulations in Paraná State: What Every Rider Must Know
An e-scooter is convenient mobility, but it also comes with responsibility. If you're riding in Maringá or anywhere else in Paraná state with an e-scooter, you need to know the rules that apply today — because regulations have changed, and many people still aren't aware.
Maringá Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025 and the federal CONTRAN Resolution 996/2023 (CONTRAN is Brazil's National Traffic Council) define exactly where you can ride, at what speed, with which equipment, and from what age. In this guide, we explain everything clearly and straightforwardly.
Speed Limits: Where You Can Go Faster
Speed limits are not the same everywhere. Maringá has divided the city into zones, and each has a specific speed cap.
- Bike lanes and cycling paths: maximum 20 km/h (12 mph)
- Sidewalks, plazas, and parks: maximum 6 km/h (4 mph)
- Shared-use streets: permitted only on streets with speed limits up to 40 km/h (25 mph)
Technically, an e-scooter has a maximum speed of 32 km/h (20 mph) as set by federal equipment standards. But in Maringá, you'll never legally use that full capacity — on bike lanes and cycling paths, the limit is 20 km/h.
And there's more: it is prohibited to ride on high-speed roads or streets with elevated speed limits. E-scooters are for short local trips, not for major avenues.
Required Equipment: What You Must Have
Your e-scooter must leave home with three items, no exceptions:
- Speed indicator: you must be able to see your speed in real time
- Bell: to alert pedestrians and other users
- Night lighting: front light and rear light for riding after dark
If any of these items are missing, you could be fined or unable to register your vehicle. At Patinep Store, all Foston, Bee Green, and Panda e-scooters come with these items pre-installed and tested.
Helmet Is Mandatory — No Exceptions
A helmet is not optional; it's the law. You could be riding on a quiet bike lane in Maringá, but if you're stopped without a helmet, you'll be fined.
Maringá Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025 is clear: helmet use is mandatory for all e-scooter riders. This is not a suggestion. It's regulation. And it makes sense — protection is the first step to enjoying mobility safely.
Minimum Age and Driver's License: Who Can Ride
The minimum age is 16 years old, with no requirement for adult supervision. This is the federal rule (CONTRAN Resolution 996/2023).
As for a driver's license: you do not need a Brazilian driver's license (CNH — Carteira Nacional de Habilitação) to ride an e-scooter. A driver's license is only required for motorized scooters above 50 cc, which are a different vehicle category.
But pay attention: riders under 16 years old can only use an e-scooter with an adult supervisor. And obviously, a helmet is mandatory at any age.
Where You Can NOT Ride (And Where You Can)
Prohibited: high-speed roads, highways, streets with speed limits above 40 km/h without a dedicated bike lane or cycling path.
Permitted: bike lanes, cycling paths, sidewalks (maximum 6 km/h), plazas, parks, streets with speed limits up to 40 km/h if there is shared-use space.
The logic is clear: an e-scooter is for short urban mobility in environments where mixing with pedestrians and cyclists is safe. It's not for you to race down a high-speed road.
Maintenance and Safety: The Rider's Responsibility
Your e-scooter must be in working condition. Functioning brakes, properly inflated tires, healthy battery, working lights.
At Patinep Store, we have our own technical support and original parts for the brands we sell (Foston, Bee Green, and Panda). A well-maintained scooter is a safe scooter — and a legal one too.