Violation of the compulsory insurance law: Financial expert warns of legal consequences if there is no insurance for e-scooters

Traffic control: E-scooters without license plates, insurance and driving license

According to a report by fraenkischer.de, a 27-year-old with an e-scooter was checked on February 1, 2024 because there was no license plate attached to the vehicle. There was actually no insurance. It was also found that the e-scooter had a top speed of 30 km/h. The driver was unable to produce a driver's license. A report was made for driving without a license and a violation under the Compulsory Insurance Act.

The e-scooter's lack of insurance and driving license indicates a disregard for the applicable regulations. This not only has legal consequences for the driver, but could also have an impact on the market for e-scooters and road safety.

The fact that the e-scooter was uninsured poses a risk to potential accident victims. In the event of an accident, the injured parties could have difficulty claiming compensation if the person who caused the accident does not have insurance. This could lead to legal disputes and financial burdens.

Furthermore, this incident could affect consumer confidence in the safety of e-scooters. Drivers driving without the required license and using vehicles without insurance could result in potential buyers and users of e-scooters losing trust in the industry.