Serious cases can even result in vehicle confiscation
A driving licence in the UAE is a prized possession and is among the top items in a resident’s to-do list. The process to get the licence is very thorough, with several hours of driving lessons and multi-part assessments.
These procedures ensure that drivers will follow the traffic rules once they start steering their vehicles on UAE roads.
Serious traffic offences like driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol lead to the suspension of the licence, in addition to fines and jail term as determined by a court.
Driving licence-related violations can result in fines of up to Dh3,000 and even vehicle confiscation in some cases. Here is the list of fines:
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