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These Traffic Violations Can Cost You Dh1000 In UAE

by Deeplata Garde
These Traffic Violations Can Cost You Dh1000 In UAE

Breaking traffic rules in UAE can cost a fortune to any vehicle owner unless you earn millions. The legal system of the UAE takes traffic regulations very seriously. The fines range from mere AED 100 to AED 7000 and so on. Here is a list of infractions against the UAE’s federal traffic law, each of which carries a Dhs1,000 fine. Do you throw trash out of your car or use your phone while driving? You could incur black points on your licence in addition to the Dh1,000 fine due to these traffic fines.

6 Traffic Fines That Can Cost You Dhs1000 In UAE

1.Crossing A Red Signal

Violators will receive a fine of Dh1,000 and 12 traffic black points for jumping a red light. They can seize your vehicle for 30 days. The offender must pay Dh5,000 to have the car released from custody. The vehicle will be in an auction if an individual doesn’t pay the fines within three months of being seized.

2. Exceeding The Speed Limit In Its Entirety

Drivers who are ticketed for breaching the vehicle speed by up to 50 km/h will receive a fine of Dh1,000.

3. Crowding Close To A Collision

Ambulances, emergency vehicles, traffic patrols, and civil defence are unable to arrive to the accident site in a timely manner due to congestion close to the scene. Crowding at accident scenes is punishable by a Dh1,000 punishment.

4. Parking At Spot Reserved For People of Determination

The group of people that fall under the category of people of determination are basically disabled people or the ones with special needs. Taking their spot will land you with six black points and a penalty of Dhs1000.

5. Coming to a complete stop in the middle of the street

While vehicles that have broken down in the center of the street are exempt from this infraction. Apart from this you will face fine of Dh1,000 if your car has stopped in the centre of the road without cause.

6. Sudden Lane Cutting

Changing lanes abruptly when driving will get you a penalty of Dh1,000 fine and four black penalty points. Furthermore, they can confiscate the car. If the motorist wishes to get it released, it requires a fine of Dh5,000. The car will be put up for auction if all penalties aren’t settled in 3 months.

Pay Traffic Fines Or Watch Your Vehicle Sold At The Auction

Abu Dhabi Police has mentioned this statement based on Law No. 5 of 2020. The action will take charge when the driver fails to fill fines worth three months or exceed the amount of AED 7000. The penalty amount seems hefty to pay in one go. The government has interest-free instalments to your rescue.

Also Read: Dubai: You Can Now Pay Traffic Fines In Instalments And Here’s How!

If you live in Abu Dhabi or are visiting the Emirate, it is critical that you remember all of the rules that apply to you as a driver. Here’s a short rundown of some of the most frequent traffic offences. Also, read the penalties and points associated with your car being on auction by Abu Dhabi Police.

 

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