Report an e-scooter incident

You should report e-scooter incidents to the company that operates them, and these operators differ depending on where an incident takes place.

It is illegal to use a privately owned e-scooter on any road, path or bridleway. Only government scheme rental e-scooters can be used on the road.

Privately owned e-scooters

E-scooters are classed as motor vehicles and they cannot be insured. Therefore, if you are caught riding one on a road, pavement or in any public place, we may prosecute you and seize your e-scooter.

Privately owned e-scooters can only be used on private land with the landowner’s permission.

Rental e-scooters

If you rent an e-scooter through a government scheme, you will be insured when you register. You must:

• be at least 16 years old in Bridgwater, or over 18 in all other areas
• hold a valid driving licence

It is illegal to:

• ride on the payment
• use a mobile device while riding
• ride through red lights
• drink or drug drive

If you allow your children to ride an e-scooter, you can be prosecuted.