The highest judicial authority in Spain has settled the debate regarding the regulation of modified personal mobility vehicles (VMP). The resolution, drafted by magistrate Julián Sánchez Melgar, ratifies the conviction of a driver operating a high-power scooter without the necessary license.
The case dates back to September 21, 2021, in Barcelona, when the Local Police intercepted a Sabway Diablo 1,900W Brushless scooter. This device reached 45 kilometers per hour and 1,900 watts, clearly exceeding the limits set for VMPs.
The ruling emphasizes that if a scooter exceeds the speed (25 km/h) and power limits, it is automatically classified as a moped, requiring the corresponding driving permit.
The Supreme Court's decision supports the previous resolutions from the Criminal Court Number 28 of Barcelona and the Provincial Court. Driving such a vehicle without a license can lead to administrative and criminal liabilities, including severe sanctions and potential prison sentences.
This resolution reinforces legal certainty and provides traffic authorities with a clear tool to penalize those who modify their scooters to exceed legal limits, thereby enhancing urban road safety.
