AUSTIN, Texas — As dockless scooters become more popular in cities, doctors in Austin say they are seeing a rise in scooter-related accidents.

The laws that regulate dockless scooter use in Austin are evolving, and a final decision on them could be made this month.

The City is asking people using docless scooters or bikes to take these precautions:

• Pedestrians first - Yield to people walking on sidewalks.
• Park responsibly - Park in a secure, upright position in designated areas, such as furniture zones of sidewalks, public bike racks and other marked parking zones. On sidewalks, give at least 3 feet of clearance for accessibility.
• Stay on right of way - Do not take dockless devices to unauthorized areas, such as private property, parkland, or state-owned land, unless otherwise authorized.
• Know what you're sharing - Users have access to dockless mobility services without having to share Personally Identifiable Information and can opt in to data sharing only after getting clear information about what data will be shared.
• Right and report - If you see a unit toppled over or parked improperly, help out by righting the unit and reporting the issue to Austin 3-1-1.

For more information visit the city's website.