Traffic Fines Sharjah

If you are a resident or tourist in Sharjah, you should be aware of the Sharjah traffic fines and follow all the traffic regulations. 

Driving in the city without following the Sharjah traffic laws can lead to fines as well as black points, which could lead to the suspension of your driving privileges in the future. 

In the article below, we will discuss the major traffic fines in Sharjah and how you can avoid them to drive safely and avoid incurring penalties.

1. Over Speeding

Over speeding can put yourself, your fellow passengers, and other vehicles on the road at great risk. You may receive a traffic ticket or a fine of up to AED 700 if you exceed the legal speed limit by up to 40 km/h in Sharjah. 

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2. Parking

Besides the on-road rules, Sharjah has quite strict norms with respect to parking regulations as well. You must exercise precaution when parking your automobile and be aware of any no-parking zones. 

Leaving your car, for instance, in a no-parking zone or a restricted lane for people of determination, ambulances, or a fire exhaust would be categorised as a parking traffic violation. If you violate the parking laws, you can face a fine of up to AED 1,000 and 4 black points as well.

3. Cell Phone Use

Using a mobile phone while driving can diminish your focus on the road, which can cause dangerous accidents. The penalty for using a phone while driving is AED 200 fine and four black points.

4. Red Light Offence

Following the traffic signals is crucial not only to avoid hefty fines in Sharjah but also to maintain safety on the roads and avoid traffic bottlenecks. If you cross a red light, you may have to face an AED 800 fine and four black points. In some cases, your vehicle may be confiscated as well.

5. Underage Person on the Front Seat

Children below the age of 10 years are not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat. The norm was made to avoid unfortunate scenarios involving children in the front seat in the event of an accident or a collision. In case you have an underage passenger in the front seat, you would have to face a fine of AED 400 and four black points.

6. Littering 

It's illegal to litter or throw trash from your car on public streets. A fine of up to AED 500 and 4 black points would apply if you are found littering on the road.

7. Driving in an Inebriated Stated 

Driving a car or a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs is dangerous and considered a serious traffic offence in Sharjah and the UAE. In this case, you can accrue 24 black points, lose your licence, and be fined by the court.

How to Avoid Traffic Fines in Sharjah?

The best and simplest way to avoid fines is to diligently follow the Sharjah traffic rules and regulations.

Here are a few more things to keep in mind regarding the same – 

• The first thing to ensure is to memorise the broad parameters of the major routes that you would take for your journey. 
• Using cruise control will assist you in avoiding the human error of exceeding the legal speed limit.
• Make sure you take a moment to scan for signs while parking your automobile. For instance, parking where an ambulance or ‘persons of determination’ are supposed to park can bring fines.
• You should be familiar with the various parking areas including those that are only available to cardholders, charge a fee, and occasionally offer free parking. Be aware of the parking zone letters (Zones A to G) and familiarise yourself with their meanings.
• Automobiles that cause considerable air and noise pollution are fined AED 500 for each offence. It is advisable to ensure that your vehicle’s pollution levels are in check and maintain your car so that it doesn’t create unnecessary noise. 

Please note that if you use the horn without any reason or do so in a prohibited area, it would be a traffic offence. Loud horn blowing by drivers attracts a fine of AED 100.

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