Major Statewide Crackdown Targets Illegal E-Mobility Use
Queensland Police have issued more than 2,100 fines in a major statewide crackdown on unsafe and unlawful use of e-mobility devices, as the state government continues its push to improve community safety and road compliance.
Since November, officers across the state have been conducting Operation Surety a targeted campaign focused on e-scooters and e-bikes during the busy school holiday season. Police have logged over 4,500 enforcement hours using both high-visibility patrols and covert operations to identify riders breaching road rules.
According to official figures, 2,124 fines were issued between 3 November and 23 December. Helmet offences made up the majority with 1,652 infringements, followed by prohibited road use (207), passengers carried (72), speeding (68), and failure to stop (61).
Police Minister Dan Purdie said the high levels of non-compliance among riders were deeply concerning, noting that unsafe behaviour placed both riders and pedestrians at risk. “Too many are choosing to ignore the rules, putting themselves and others in serious danger,” he said. “We’re backing frontline police with strong enforcement and education to make sure our roads and footpaths are as safe as possible.”
The operation coincides with a new Parliamentary Inquiry into e-mobility safety part of the Crisafulli Government’s broader road safety reform program launched within six months of taking office. The inquiry aims to review how emerging transport technology can be better regulated and integrated into Queensland’s transport framework.
This year alone, 14 lives have been lost on Queensland roads involving e-mobility devices, prompting renewed calls for consistent safety standards, rider education, and stronger compliance measures.
Each police district involved in Operation Surety has been running tailored local campaigns focusing on education, engagement, and enforcement ensuring messages reach both riders and the broader community as Queensland seeks to curb dangerous and illegal use of e-mobility devices.
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