With the full application of CONTRAN Resolution No. 996/2023 starting January 1, 2026, many people assumed that every scooter would now require a license plate and a driver's license (CNH). That's not true. Good news: electric scooters remain exempt from registration, licensing, and plating, and there is no requirement for a CNH or ACC (authorization to drive mopeds), as long as they respect the technical limits set by the regulation.

If you own a scooter or are thinking about buying one in Maringá, this guide clarifies what actually changed, what still stands, and where you can ride without worrying about fines. Here at Patinep Store, with over 6 years on the road and more than 3,000 customers served, we closely follow every update—and we want you to ride worry-free and within the law.

So, let's get straight to the point: license plates and CNH are still out of the picture for scooters. What exist are technical rules and speed limits that must be respected—and we explain it all below.

What CONTRAN Resolution 996/2023 really says about scooters

The electric scooter is classified as a self-propelled personal mobility device, in the same category as skateboards and electric bicycles. This means it is exempt from the registration, licensing, and plating required for motor vehicles.

And the CNH? Also not required. Article 2, item II of Resolution 996/2023, referencing Article 134-A of the Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB), is clear: scooters do not fall under the definition of mopeds or motorcycles—provided they comply with the technical limits listed in the regulation.

But beware: exceeding these limits reclassifies the vehicle. If the motor has more than 1,000 W, the factory speed exceeds 32 km/h, the width exceeds 70 cm, or the wheelbase exceeds 130 cm, the scooter becomes a moped (if up to 4 kW and 50 km/h) or a motorcycle. In that case, a plate, registration, licensing, and CNH become mandatory.

Limits that keep the scooter as a device without a plate

The regulation defines four technical limits that, if respected, keep the scooter in the personal mobility device category. They are:

  • Motor nominal power: up to 1,000 W (1 kW)
  • Factory maximum speed: not exceeding 32 km/h
  • Width: up to 70 cm
  • Wheelbase: up to 130 cm

The scooters we sell at Patinep Store—Foston, Bee Green, Panda, and Goo Elétricos—respect these factory limits. That means you take home a 100% legal device to ride in Maringá.

If you already own a scooter, check the manufacturer's manual to see if the numbers match the resolution. Models above these limits now require the same procedures as a moped—and then it's not okay to ride without documentation.

CNH is not required, but the minimum age depends on the municipality

Since scooter riding doesn't require a CNH, Resolution 996/2023 does not define a national minimum age to ride. The local traffic authority—in this case, Setran of Maringá—determines this.

In practice, the absence of a federal rule leaves room for each city to decide. In Maringá, Municipal Law No. 11.981/2025 is the document that guides where and how to circulate. Therefore, if you are under 18, it's worth checking municipal legislation before riding around.

For adults, there is no requirement for a CNH, ACC, or any kind of license for scooters up to 32 km/h. This rule applies throughout Brazil, including Maringá.

Where to ride in Maringá and speed limits

Maringá's municipal law (No. 11.981/2025) clearly defines the places where you can ride and the maximum speeds for electric scooters. Here's a summary:

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

It is prohibited to ride on fast highways or streets with high speed limits.