A court in Cleveland, England gave the 15-year-old six penalty points “which will be added to his driver’s license when he is able to have one”, police said.

According to Cleveland Police, the boy was “caught by officers riding a scooter at high speeds” and brought to court in October.

They warned that some electric scooters can reach up to 40 miles per hour and cannot legally be used on roads, cycle paths or pavements.

PC Mike Doherty from Coulby Newham Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “These scooters are not toys, and not only can they be extremely dangerous but they are also not legal to ride on pavements and roads and I think many parents aren’t aware of this.

“Under the Road Traffic Act we can report the individual rider for not having insurance, a license, a number plate, helmet and MOT for the scooter.

“This person will then be reported for summons and will be given a minimum of six points on their license or future license and a possible fine.”