# Global micromobility safety and regulation trends

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-micromobility-safety-and-regulation-trends
> Updated: 2026-11-05T09:30:26.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Local authorities and advocacy groups are increasingly addressing safety concerns and enforcement challenges related to electric micromobility devices, such as e-scooters and e-bikes.

In the United States, Palm Beach County has moved toward regulating motorized micromobility by proposing an ordinance that requires operators to be at least 14 years old with a government-issued photo ID. The proposal includes speed limits of 15 mph on sidewalks and 10 mph when pedestrians are nearby, while also prohibiting specific maneuvers. In San Francisco, a survey by Walk San Francisco reported that 70% of participants had experienced a close call with a device, and 8% had been hit by one.

In Poland, officials in Wrocław are managing issues such as devices blocking building entrances and riders endangering pedestrians. Local authorities face technical difficulties in distinguishing between legal pedal-assist bicycles and non-compliant electric vehicles during field inspections. While the city is currently removing sidewalk obstacles and pressuring rental operators, officials are seeking legislative changes to improve equipment inspection and rule enforcement.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-05: Wrocław officials seek stricter controls on electric micro-mobility

Wrocław officials are calling for legislative changes to better regulate and inspect electric micro-mobility devices following resident complaints about blocked walkways and safety concerns.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wrocaw-officials-seek-stricter-controls-on-electric-micro-mobility

### 2026-10-29: Micromobility safety concerns drive new regulations and surveys

New regulations in Palm Beach County and pedestrian surveys in San Francisco highlight growing safety concerns regarding e-scooters, e-bikes, and delivery e-motos.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/micromobility-safety-concerns-drive-new-regulations-and-surveys

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