Police in Marbella have warned e-scooter riders of a crackdown against rulebreakers following a rise in fines and sanctions.
According to figures released this week via the Marbella police’s official Facebook page, the number of fines issued for improper scooter use has nearly tripled in the past year.
In 2024, authorities issued 186 penalties. So far in 2025, that number has already soared to 445.
Behind these statistics lies a growing concern among local officials. Many of the infractions go beyond minor administrative breaches and involve behaviour that poses a real risk to public safety.
Frequent offences include riding on pavements or in pedestrian zones, not wearing a helmet, carrying multiple passengers on a single scooter, and ignoring traffic signs and signals.
Other common issues involve underage users or riders behaving recklessly in traffic.
The Policia Local have made clear their intention to clamp down. Officers are aiming not just to fine offenders but to educate the public about responsible riding and the shared nature of urban spaces.
New rules in Malaga
It’s not just Marbella taking action. Since November 2024, the city of Malaga has been enforcing a new Mobility Ordinance that places additional obligations on electric scooter users.
The key changes include mandatory helmet use for all riders and the requirement to carry a national circulation certificate. Speed restrictions have also been introduced to improve safety in mixed-use zones.
Under the new rules, the general speed limit for e-scooters is 25 km/h. However, this is reduced to 20 km/h in designated safety zones and 15 km/h on cycle lanes that run through pedestrian areas.
