Queensland Police Seize Hundreds of E-Mobility Devices and Issue Over 2,400 Fines in Operation Yankee Surety

Queensland Police have seized 558 non-compliant e-mobility devices and issued more than 2,400 traffic infringement notices across Queensland during the first three months of Operation Yankee Surety, which commenced on 1 July.

The statewide operation focuses on targeted enforcement to confiscate non-compliant devices, ensure riders meet age and licensing requirements, and deter dangerous behaviours including speeding, riding without a helmet, and drink riding.

According to police, more than 60 per cent of the fines issued—approximately 1,500—were given to riders who failed to wear a helmet, while 157 riders were fined for speeding. Officers also administered 878 roadside breath tests to e-mobility riders during the period, resulting in 68 individuals being intercepted for drink riding. Additionally, 64 infringement notices have been issued under new licensing restrictions that took effect on 31 August.

Emergency Response and Coordination Command Acting Assistant Commissioner Tim Partrige stated that the objective of the operation is to protect all road and pathway users, noting that e-scooters and electric power-assisted cycles carry risks similar to other vehicles when used dangerously.

Operation Yankee Surety is scheduled to continue enforcing e-mobility laws, engaging with riders, and conducting community education across the state until 30 June 2027.

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