Public Roads Off Limits For E Scooters Says Melaka Rtd

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Deputy director Khairul Aswad Abdul Halim said the department is aware of an 18-second video that went viral, showing three individuals riding electric scooters on a public road. - Pic from cource from Social MediaMELAKA: The Melaka Road Transport Department (RTD) will not hesitate to take stern action against individuals caught operating micromobility vehicles on public roads.
Deputy director Khairul Aswad Abdul Halim said the department is aware of an 18-second video that went viral, showing three individuals riding electric scooters on a public road.
"We would like to stress that this behaviour is illegal and poses a danger not only to those involved but also to other road users," he said in a statement today.
He added that under Section 54(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, anyone operating an unauthorised vehicle on a public road may be prosecuted.
"If convicted, offenders may face a fine of up to RM1,000, imprisonment for up to three months, or both," he said.
He said the use of micromobility vehicles — such as e-scooters, hoverboards, monowheels, Segways and unapproved electric bicycles — on public roads is strictly prohibited under the Road Vehicle (Prohibition of Use) (Amendment) Order 2021, which came into effect on Dec 17, 2021.
"Micromobility vehicles are only permitted in designated areas such as recreational parks, dedicated lanes or private premises — not on public roads," he said.
He also urged parents to monitor their children's movements closely, especially regarding the growing use of micromobility vehicles.
"Any violations of this regulation can be reported to the RTD or the nearest authorities for further action," he added.
The video, which went viral on TikTok, is believed to show the three individuals riding electric scooters at a traffic light junction along the Alor Gajah–Melaka Tengah–Jasin Highway near Bachang yesterday. — BERNAMA

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