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Yes. Both of these are sensible because our spaces and regulations are already better set up for cars, and the scooter companies are deliberately introducing technology that they know (or should know) increase unexpected danger. Thus, the costs should fall on them.

The details aren't perfect, but the idea is generally good.

Is driving of rental cars on sidewalks really that big of a problem there to make that comparison?

I have a feeling if you as an individual started driving on the sidewalks multiple times receiving multiple fines that the state would quickly remove your privilege to drive and if you continued, would imprison you.

That kind of whataboutism just convinces me that the fines for driving cars on the sidewalk should be higher, yes.