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Ongoing police checks for electric scooters in Athens: fines and regulations introduced
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- Traffic police in Athens are conducting extensive checkpoints targeting electric scooter users to ensure compliance with traffic regulations.
- Fines are being issued for violations related to helmet use, speed, and improper parking, as electric scooter riders are now classified as regular drivers.
- The increased enforcement coincides with new legislation that includes a complete ban on electric scooters for individuals under 17 years old.
- Significant checkpoints have been set up in central areas, including locations like Amalias Avenue and near the Zappeion Hall.
- Authorities are also penalizing companies that operate electric scooters for allowing violations of the law.
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To Vima· 7 hours ago
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iefimerida.gr· 10 hours ago
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