Dubai: No one is above the law and it was emphasised by the Dubai Police who penalised colleagues for tinting glasses of their cars over the permitted limit.
Dubai Police issued tickets to more than 50 police personnel as part of a crackdown on tinting car windows over the limit.
The campaign at present focuses on the employees at the Dubai Police's General Headquarters who violate the rules of tinting.
Major Saif Al Mazroui, Acting Deputy Director of Dubai Police's Traffic Department, said the aim of the campaign is to alert Dubai Police employees that they have to be role models and abide by the law, as they are the authority that ensures the security and safety of the society.
Major Al Mazroui said the campaign will soon include all the police departments and stations in the emirate.
He said being a part of Dubai Police means abiding by its laws, values and plans. He said if an employee is caught violating traffic rules, his punishment will be bigger than what a civilian gets.
Your comments
Nice to see that the law is equal to all and passing the message that "Law Makers cannot be Law Breakers".
This is one more reason why people love Dubai and under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum this place will be a paradise for people. I would say that this place is the best place to live until you fiddle with the law. The Dubai Police are the best in terms of helping the public. My heartiest congratulations to Dubai Police and team. Keep up the good work and let the world learn from you. All the Best.
Kumar
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:53
Well done Dubai Police. Charity begines at Home. Keep it up.
Ravindra
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:50
This is why Dubai, and indeed the whole of UAE will continue to grow in wealth and in development.
The attitude and mentality of a people are more precious than even their physical wealth and resources.
This is a lesson to us in Africa, where because of our attitude, we continue to sit on so much wealth but continue to wallow in poverty.
I hope my country men in Ghana learn a lesson from such incorruptible acts and positive mentality and attitude, as we continue to discover more oil day in day out in Ghana.
Kwaku
Kumasi,Ghana
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:45
I am a great admirer of the discipline of Dubai Police.
It can only get better.
Congratulations to Dubai Police.
Suresh
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:39
I am extremely impressed by this act on the part of the Dubai Police. Hats off to your dedication to public safety and awareness.
Avinash
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:26
I have never seen Dubai Police taking any action against tinting violators on the road even if the violator is just driving in front of them. Maybe this is a good start.
saqeer
DUBAI,U.A.E
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:19
30% tinted windows are not enough in this sunshine. I think they must at least allow at least 50% because it gets too hot.
Obaid
Dubai,U.A.E
Posted: February 26, 2008, 12:13
My heartfelt congratulations and compliments to the Dubai Police for this kind of action taken up against their colleagues, a very positive and equality signs from the law upholders.
Viju
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 09:41
Is that true or just showing to the public that they've issued fines to police officer?
Anabel
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 09:31
I worked in GCC in many countries, I found Dubai police is the best one.
The step take in this regard will be a great example for the residents of UAE, to realize that law is above all. Thanks
Zakir
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 09:13
I am really impressed by Major Al Mazroui statement that "if an employee is caught violating traffic rules, his punishment will be BIGGER than what a civilian gets." Thats why In Dubai nothing is above the law... And I experienced this personally so many time in past years.
Salman
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 09:01
Let Dubai Police be an inspiration for rest of the police forces through out the world.They have shown the rest of the world that they are guarding the law in order for the good of the country and people.
Venu
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 08:51
I am happy that the Dubai police considers no one above the law, atleast not the employees. Thanks for playing fair. If this is extended seriously for all conditions in Dubai, I think Dubai would be the best place to live.
Vikas
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 08:32
This makes sense. Law enforcement personnel must be the first ones to follow the law.
Ummer
Al Ain,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 08:13
What you are trying to show to other is very clear that everyone is equal infront of the law and this infact will let others including me to respect and abide.
Tewodros
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 07:44
What our nation needs is more leaders like Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid who is setting an example that even the so-called Global Leaders have failed to deliver.
Ashraf
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 07:36
I have never given my comments but after reading this i cannot myself. This is a wonderful job that is being done by the Dubai Police and I would like to congraulate them as they are fair to each and everyone this one is the example. Keep up the good work you are the best among all.
Imran
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 07:35
That was a wise decision. Really 'HAT'S OFF' .This would defenitely generate awareness among all.
Thasim
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 07:33
Well, I must say this is a very good move by the Dubai Police, proving the point of "Practice and Preach!!", great going!
Fahad
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 04:49
I love Dubai. No other Middle Eastern country so far had the courage to do something like this. This is a clear example of civilization! Well done!
Nicola
Dubai,UAE
Posted: February 26, 2008, 01:08
