UAE police warning: Dh2,000 fine, 12 black points for flouting traffic rules on National Day

Dubai: Police in the UAE have issued a stern warning to motorists who plan to decorate their vehicles for the UAE’s 48th National Day, and will impose hefty fines against those that flout traffic rules.

On Thursday, Abu Dhabi Police announced that police will intensify police monitoring through the smart system, radars and dispatching patrols across roads and tunnels in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the Al Dhafra region.

“Any vehicle that that is driven in a manner that poses a danger to others, or if they race on the roads, will result in the confiscation of the vehicle, a Dh2,000 fine and 12 traffic points,” said Abu Dhabi Police.

Fines will also be imposed on motorists if they are caught driving a noisy vehicle, or if they modified the vehicle’s engine to either enhance its speed or noise level.

In Abu Dhabi, motorist have also been given a clear deadline as to how long they can keep their decorations up. Police confirmed that this year, car decorations should only be put on display from November 25 to December 6.

Brigadier-General Mohammad Dahi Al Humairi, director of the traffic and patrols directorate in the Central Operations Sector, urged drivers to abide by traffic laws, participate in the nation’s celebrations within reasonable limits, and to cooperate with traffic police in areas where celebrations are being held.

Meanwhile, Fujairah and Ajman Police said that vehicles can only decorate their vehicles for National Day from November 28 to December 5, and urged all participants to follow traffic rules and drive in an orderly fashion during the holidays.

Only official rallies will be allowed on public roads.

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Source: Abu Dhabi Police