If you are 16 years old or are the parent/guardian of a teenager that age, you need to know about the rule that changed in 2026 in Paraná. Resolution Cetran-PR No. 106/2026, published in July, brought statewide guidelines for the circulation of electric scooters and other personal mobility devices. The news is clear: minimum age of 16 to operate these devices on public roads, and for those between 16 and under 18, parental or guardian authorization is required.

This directly affects families in Maringá and across the state who use scooters as transportation to school, work, or leisure. The good news? The rules are not rocket science. In this guide, we explain everything in detail — who can ride, where to ride, allowed speeds, and what federal law still requires.

Who can ride an electric scooter in Paraná in 2026?

Under Resolution Cetran-PR No. 106/2026, the minimum age to operate electric scooters on public roads in Paraná is 16. For riders between 16 and under 18, use is conditional on authorization and responsibility of parents or guardians.

In practice, stores, families, and users need to check age before allowing urban use. If you are under 16, you can only ride on private property or with specific authorization — never on public roads.

Where can I ride an electric scooter in Maringá and Paraná?

The state resolution maintains what was already provided for in Maringá's municipal legislation (Law No. 11.981/2025) and CONTRAN Resolution No. 996/2023. Allowed locations are:

  • Bike lanes and cycle tracks: maximum speed 20 km/h
  • Shared traffic roads: only streets with a speed limit of up to 40 km/h
  • Sidewalks, squares, and parks: only with authorization and signage, at up to 6 km/h

What is prohibited: highways, fast-traffic roads, and streets with speed limits above 40 km/h, unless expressly authorized. Also, you cannot ride in exclusive bus lanes.

What is the maximum allowed speed?

Federal rule (CONTRAN 996/2023) limits the equipment's manufacturer-set maximum speed to 32 km/h. That means the scooter cannot exceed this technical limit, even if the motor supports more.

Travel speed, however, depends on the location: 20 km/h on bike lanes and cycle tracks, 6 km/h in pedestrian areas (sidewalks, squares, parks) when allowed, and on shared roads you must respect the road's limit (max 40 km/h). In Maringá, Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025 also sets these same speeds.

Do I need a driver's license, registration, or license plate?

No. CONTRAN Resolution No. 996/2023 defines electric scooters as self-propelled individual mobility devices — with up to 1,000 W, maximum speed of 32 km/h, width up to 70 cm, and wheelbase up to 130 cm. In this category, there is no requirement for registration, licensing, or a license plate, and a driver's license (CNH) is not needed.

But be aware: if the scooter exceeds 32 km/h or has different characteristics, it may be classified as a moped or motorcycle, requiring a Category A driver's license. So when buying, check the equipment's speed limit.

Is a helmet mandatory?

Yes, wearing a helmet is mandatory in Maringá, according to Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025. The state resolution Cetran-PR No. 106/2026 does not revoke this requirement — it complements existing legislation.

Besides the helmet, the scooter must have a speed indicator, a bell, and nighttime signaling (lights). These items come from the factory on most modern models, but it's worth checking before buying.

What has changed for those who already ride a scooter in Maringá?

The news is that there is now a specific state regulation for Paraná, which facilitates enforcement and standardizes the rule across all cities in the state.

For those who already used a scooter in Maringá, the change is that now there is a clear state rule to follow.