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Dh500 fine: Pedestrians get right of way on roads in school, residential zones in Abu Dhabi
The rule applies on roads with a speed limit of 40km/hr
Motorists will face penalties for not giving way to pedestrians on roads in certain areas with a speed limit of 40 km/h in Abu Dhabi.
Pedestrians have the right of way when crossing roads with speed limits of 40km/hr in residential, school and hospital areas, Abu Dhabi Police said on Thursday.
The authority also stated that these areas do not require crossing lines for pedestrians to cross.
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According to Section 69, non-compliant drivers will be fined Dh500 and 6 traffic points for not giving priority to pedestrians in these areas.
Motorists have been urged to always give pedestrians priority and reduce speed limit on these roads.
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