Abu Dhabi slashes traffic fines for motorists by 50%

Abu Dhabi / WAM

The General Command of Abu Dhabi Police (ADP), announced on Wednesday the reduction of traffic violations committed before December 22, in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, by 50 percent. Black points and penalties for impounded vehicles will also be cancelled for three months, the General Command explained.
ADP also announced a new scheme, beginning December 22, where motorists can receive a reduction in fines by up to 35 percent, should payment of the penalties incurred be made within 60 days of the fine issue date.
Should the fine not be paid within the 60 days, but is paid within a year of the traffic violation date, then a 25 percent discount is provided. Should a year lapse since the violation was committed, then no discount rates will be provided, the Abu Dhabi Police explained.
Abu Dhabi Police explained that the above provisions apply to all traffic violations, except for major traffic violations and accidents, and incidents being decided by the traffic courts.
Major General Fares Khalaf Al Mazroui, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, called on all motorists to take advantage of announcement, to ensure payment of their traffic fines within specified period, and to settle their legal disputes. He expresses his hopes that new initiative will provide motorists with an incentive to reduce burden of fines incurred as a result of traffic violations and to adhere to roads, traffic systems and laws that ensure safety and security of the general public.