CONNECTOR.AE 48 CONNECTOR.AE 49 Lifestyle Lifestyle Do Not Skip Signals A red light means you must stop, and running a red light in Dubai is a serious offence. Dubai has many intersections, some with tram routes, making red lights crucial for safety. Running a red light can lead to dangerous accidents and severe penalties due to the risk of harming others. Do Not Drive Without Seat Belt Always wear your seat belt when driving in Dubai. Never skip this, because it’s essential for your safety and that of others in the car. Not wearing it will result in 4 black points and a Dhs 400 fine. Follow this guide to make your driving experience in Dubai safe and enjoyable! • Polluting Vehicles: If your vehicle causes pollution, you’ll be fined Dhs 1,000 and receive 6 black points. • Driving Without Insurance: The fine for driving without insurance is Dhs 500, with 4 black points and a vehicle confiscation for 7 days. • Driving An Unlicensed Vehicle: Driving an unlicensed vehicle results in a fine of Dhs 500, 4 black points, and vehicle confiscation for 7 days. • Driving With An Expired Driving Licence: Driving with an expired licence results in a fine of Dhs 500, 4 black points, and vehicle confiscation for 7 days. • Stopping On The Road: Stopping on the road without a valid reason results in a fine of Dhs 1,000, 6 black points, and no vehicle confiscation. • Wrong Parking: Parking on the left side of the road in prohibited areas results in a fine of Dhs 1,000. • Not StoppingAt PedestrianCrossings: Not stopping at pedestrian crossings incurs a fine of Dhs 500, with no black points or vehicle confiscation. • Parking Behind Other Cars: Parking behind other cars and blocking their way leads to a fine of Dhs 500, with no black points or vehicle confiscation. • Dangerous Driving: If you drive in a manner that endangers lives or safety, you’ll face a fine of Dhs 2,000 and receive 23 black points. Your vehicle may be confiscated for 60 days. • Driving Under The Influence Of Alcohol: If caught driving under the influence of alcohol, the fine will be decided by the court, and you’ll receive 23 black points. Your vehicle may be confiscated for 60 days. • Driving Under The Influence Of Narcotics Or Similar Substances: For driving under the influence of narcotics or similar substances, the fine is also decided by the court, and the confiscation period is 60 days. Black points are not specified. • Driving Without Number Plates: If you drive without number plates, you will be fined Dhs 3,000 and receive 23 black points. The confiscation period is 90 days. • Driving Against Traffic: If you drive against traffic, you’ll receive a fine of Dhs 600, 4 black points, and a vehicle confiscation for 7 days. • Entry From Prohibited Places: Entering from prohibited places results in a fine of Dhs 1,000 and 8 black points. • Driving Noisy Vehicles: A fine of Dhs 2,000 and 12 black points are imposed for driving a vehicle that generates excessive noise. Don’ts Do Not Drink And Drive In Dubai, there is a strict zero-tolerance policy for drunk driving. Even a small amount of alcohol can result in jail time and a hefty fine. Don’t risk it, if you’ve been drinking, skip the car and take a taxi home. Drunk driving in Dubai is prohibited. Say No To Overspeeding If you need to drive quickly, use the fast lane. Otherwise, stick to the regular lanes and avoid speeding. Dubai has plenty of traffic cameras that catch speeders. For a safe drive, follow the speed limits and drive carefully. If another driver is speeding, pull over or let them pass. Here’s a summary of fines, black points, and confiscation periods for various traffic violations in Dubai:
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