Israel Raises Fine for Unregistered E-Scooters and E-Bikes to 750 NIS
The fine for riding unregistered electric scooters and e-bikes in Israel has risen to 750 NIS. Municipal inspectors can now issue fines using a network of urban traffic cameras.
New regulations governing the use of light electric vehicles have come into full effect in Israel. Following the Knesset Economic Affairs Committee's approval of amendments to the traffic regulations, fines for riding unregistered electric bicycles and e-scooters have risen significantly, and enforcement powers have been expanded.
Escalating Penalty Structure
When the registration mandate was first introduced on September 1, 2024, the fine for riding without a license plate was set at a nominal 100 NIS. On September 1, 2025, the penalty increased to 500 NIS. Starting September 1, 2026, the fine has reached its peak of 750 NIS.
Expanded Enforcement and Municipal Powers
Previously, only officers of the Israel Police were authorized to enforce the license plate requirement. The newly approved amendment extends these enforcement powers to municipal inspectors, allowing local authorities to actively police the regulations within city limits.
To facilitate compliance, the Ministry of Transportation established a dedicated registration system for standard motorized light personal vehicles, enabling owners to register their e-bikes and e-scooters and obtain official identification plates. This measure aims to enhance road safety and ensure effective accountability for traffic violators.
Camera-Based Electronic Enforcement
Enforcement is heavily supported by dozens of traffic cameras deployed across urban areas. Positioned at critical locations—particularly where riders illegally use sidewalks and pedestrian zones, endangering passersby—these cameras capture traffic violations in real time. The footage is monitored by inspectors at electronic enforcement centers, who process the violations and issue fines based on the visible license plates.
