Everyone should get a copy; make it a second Bible – Police on new traffic regulations

The Police have urged everyone to become familiar with the new Road Traffic Regulations, 2026, replacing the older 2012 regulations, to ensure road safety and compliance. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Alexander Kweku Obeng, Director of the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD), emphasized that the new regulations would address emerging developments in Ghana’s transport sector, like electric vehicles, the commercial motorcycle sector, and technology in traffic enforcement.

ACP Obeng urged the public to obtain and study copies of the regulations to understand their rights and responsibilities as road users. He said, "We should all look out for it, get a copy, and make it our second Bible."

The Police are modernizing road traffic enforcement using technology, with officers increasingly using electronic devices to enforce regulations. Offenders may receive traffic tickets electronically and make payments without appearing in court. "With the new technology, you may not necessarily need to appear in court but get a ticket on your phone instead," ACP Obeng said, adding that fines would be collected like water and electricity bills.

The Director of MTTD called for public understanding and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and road users to achieve the new regulations' objective of improving road safety and discipline. ACP Obeng stressed the importance of stakeholders studying, explaining, and promoting the new regulations' provisions to ensure widespread understanding among road users.