New E-Scooter Law Passed in South Korea
Unlicensed e-scooter riders will face a 100,000 won fine if caught:
Unlicensed drivers of electric scooters and other personal mobility devices will face a fine of 100,000 won (US$89) starting Thursday amid growing concerns about their safety, police said.
The National Police Agency said Tuesday that under the amended Road Traffic Act, which takes effect Thursday, riders will be required to have at least a motorcycle license, for which the minimum age is 16.
Yonhap
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Well… there goes the e-scooter business.
None of the renters have any interest in motorcycles, learning to ride motorcycles, taking a test on motorcycles, or being licensed for motorcycles.
Up next… forklift license required to push a shopping cart.
Comgrats to commie moon. His government successfully killed off another IOT business.