Electric Kickboards Require License Starting from the 13th... 100,000 Won Fine for Unlicensed Use

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chun-han] Starting from the 13th, a fine will be imposed for driving personal mobility devices (PM), such as electric kickboards, without a license.

According to the National Police Agency on the 10th, the revised Road Traffic Act containing these provisions will be enforced from the 13th. Accordingly, from now on, only holders of a driver's license of "Class 2 Motorized Bicycle License" or higher, which can be obtained from age 16, will be allowed to operate electric kickboards. Currently, anyone aged 13 or older can use electric kickboards without a driver's license.

Driving without a license will result in a fine of 100,000 KRW. A fine of 20,000 KRW will be imposed for driving without wearing a helmet. The fine for driving an electric kickboard under the influence of alcohol will be increased from 30,000 KRW to 100,000 KRW. Refusal to undergo a breathalyzer test will increase the fine from 100,000 KRW to 130,000 KRW. Guardians who fail to prevent children from operating electric kickboards will be fined 100,000 KRW.

The National Police Agency has decided to focus on guidance and warnings rather than punishment for violations related to PMs during the first month after the revised Road Traffic Act takes effect.

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