Abu Dhabi driver gets 6 months in jail, Dh100,000 fine for driving against the flow of traffic
A driver has been sentenced to six months in jail and fined Dh100,000 for driving recklessly against the flow of traffic in Abu Dhabi, putting the lives of people and other road users at serious risk. The Abu Dhabi Misdemeanour Court also ordered the confiscation of the vehicle used in the incident and suspended the driver's licence for three years after he completes his sentence. Get updated…
An Abu Dhabi motorist has been sentenced to six months in prison and fined Dh100,000 for driving against the flow of traffic in a reckless manner, endangering public safety. The Abu Dhabi Misconduct Court also confiscated the vehicle used in the incident and suspended the driver's license for three years following the completion of his sentence.
The court found that the driver's actions directly threatened the lives of other road users and violated traffic regulations and laws. The driver had consumed alcohol, which was confirmed through a blood test conducted by the Forensic Evidence Laboratory. Evidence from surveillance footage and a field report further substantiated the court's conviction.
The defendant admitted guilt during the trial. The court emphasized the importance of enforcing traffic legislation to prevent dangerous driving and protect road users' safety.
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