Driving in the UAE without having prior knowledge about the traffic rules and violations can be a costly affair. Attached to it is the scar of being tagged with black points which can eventually get your driving license suspended.
In this article, we tell you about some major traffic fines in Sharjah that you can take note of and remember to avoid while behind the wheel.
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Vehicles Causing Pollution
Any vehicle that causes pollution on the roads can attract a fine of AED 1,000 along with 6 black points. UAE is quite stringent with its laws on the environment and thus, such traffic violation is considered to be a serious offence and is dealt with sternly.
Throwing Garbage from the Car on the Road
The UAE is well known for its aesthetic appeal with clean roads and well-maintained infrastructure. Anyone found throwing waste from their vehicle outside on the road will have to pay a traffic fine as much as AED 1,000. In addition, 6 black points are also awarded to the defaulter.
Racing on the roads
Even though vehicles in Sharjah operate at high speeds, dangerous driving is still frowned upon. Any driver driving in an unruly manner or racing on the road attracts a fine of AED 2,000 along with 12 black points, enough to burn a hole in his pocket.
Endangering the life of a child
Children below the age of 10 are restricted from sitting in the front seat of the car. This is to reduce the impact of injuries during potential accidents. Failure to do so invites a fine of AED 400. Further, not installing a car seat for kids who are four years old or younger can also get you a fine of AED 400.
Not Wearing the Seatbelt
Seatbelt laws are stern all over the world, and Sharjah is no different. Well, it is for the driver and the passengers’ own safety to wear a seatbelt while in the car. In case you are found driving without being safely strapped in, you get 4 black points alongside a traffic fine of AED 400. Same goes for all passengers in the car with you.
Unfit Vehicle for Driving
Make sure that the vehicle you are driving is fit to be taken on the roads in all respects. A vehicle found unfit to be driven on the roads by the police on an occasional check or otherwise can lead you to pay AED 200 as traffic fine in Sharjah.
Textual Content on Vehicles which is Considered Vulgar
Any vehicle that is found with written statements or stickers on it that are obscene or defy moral and ethical standards is liable to be fined with AED 100.
Takeaway…
So these were seven Sharjah traffic fines you must be aware of while driving in the Emirate. Keep in mind the local traffic rules the next time you head out in your car. After all, they are for your own good.
