Electric scooter fines in 2026 depend mainly on where you ride and the vehicle's classification. Since January 1, full enforcement of CONTRAN Resolution No. 996/2023 has been in effect nationwide.

To remain classified as a self-propelled personal mobility device, the scooter must have a motor up to 1,000 W, a factory maximum speed of up to 32 km/h, width up to 70 cm, and wheelbase up to 130 cm. Within these limits, no plate, registration, or driver's license (CNH) is required.

On the other hand, removing the electronic speed limiter or using a model that exceeds 32 km/h can reclassify it as a moped. In that case, registration, plate, ACC (Authorization to Drive a Cycle) or CNH category A, and a helmet become mandatory.

In Maringá, you must also follow Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025: mandatory helmet, safety equipment, and specific limits for bike lanes, sidewalks, parks, and shared roads. Check the main fines and how to avoid issues.

What are the electric scooter fines in 2026?

Confirmed fines for 2026 range from R$ 130.16 (approx. USD 25) to R$ 880.41 (approx. USD 160), depending on the violation and vehicle classification.

  • Riding in a prohibited area: R$ 130.16 (approx. USD 25), medium infraction, 4 points.
  • Riding on sidewalks, walkways, or bike lanes without authorization: R$ 880.41 (approx. USD 160), severe infraction, 7 points.
  • Riding without a plate: R$ 293.47 (approx. USD 55), severe infraction, 7 points.
  • Unregistered or unlicensed vehicle: R$ 293.47 (approx. USD 55), severe infraction, 7 points, plus vehicle retention and impoundment at the Detran yard.
  • Riding a moped without a helmet: R$ 293.47 (approx. USD 55) and CNH suspension.

The fine depends on how enforcement classifies the vehicle. A scooter within self-propelled device limits does not need a plate; if it's considered a moped, it must meet that category's requirements.

When does a scooter become a moped?

Removing the speed limiter or using a scooter that exceeds 32 km/h can automatically reclassify the vehicle as a moped.

This also applies to devices that do not meet the technical limits for power, dimensions, or factory maximum speed required for self-propelled personal mobility devices.

As a moped, the vehicle requires:

  • Registration and licensing;
  • Plate;
  • ACC or CNH category A;
  • Helmet;
  • Compliance with other applicable requirements.

Integrated enforcement operations between municipal guards and traffic police focus on tampered speed limiters and irregular moped use on bike lanes.

What equipment is mandatory on a scooter?

Scooters in the self-propelled personal mobility category must have a speed indicator or electronic limiter, a bell, and night-time signaling.

Night signaling must be front, rear, and side. These items are required by CONTRAN Resolution No. 996/2023 and help prove the device is correctly configured.

Electric bicycles with pedal assist (no throttle), up to 1,000 W power and up to 32 km/h also do not require registration. Classification, however, depends on meeting these requirements.

Electric scooter rules in Maringá

In Maringá, Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025 requires helmet use and sets specific speed limits for riding areas.

  • Bike lanes and cycle paths: max speed 20 km/h.
  • Sidewalks, squares, and parks: max speed 6 km/h.
  • Shared roads: allowed only when the road speed limit is up to 40 km/h.
  • Fast roads or streets with high speed limits: prohibited.