Fuel Sales to Minors Restricted in Moscow Oblast
Starting September 1, fuel sales to minors under 18 are restricted in Moscow Oblast, with exceptions for those legally allowed to operate mopeds or light motorcycles.
Consensus
- Fuel sales to individuals under 18 are restricted in Moscow Oblast starting September 1.
- The restriction applies to gasoline, diesel fuel, gas, and lubricants.
- Exceptions are made for minors who have official permission to operate mopeds or light motorcycles.
- Drivers must present a valid driver's license to purchase fuel.
- Gas station staff are required to verify the age and documents of buyers.
- Violations are punishable by fines: 5,000 rubles for individuals, 50,000 for officials, and 100,000 for legal entities.
- The law aims to reduce accidents involving minors riding pit bikes.
Points of divergence
- Police recently detained 13 participants in illegal pit bike races in Moscow at night, including seven minors. — vm
Coverage (2 sources)
- Sale of fuel to minors will be restricted in Moscow region starting in September — Вечерняя Москва
- In the Moscow region, fuel sales to minors are restricted starting September 1, the corresponding decision was adopted by deputies of the Moscow regional Duma... — ТАСС (Telegram)