Dubai Police issue 48,950 fines for expired vehicle registration

Dubai Police recently issued 48,950 fines for expired vehicle registration during the first ten months of the year, with January reporting the highest number of violations. Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, the Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, explained that drivers caught with expired registration face a Dh500 fine, four traffic points, and seven days of vehicle impoundment, as per traffic regulations.

He emphasized the importance of renewing registration before it expires and warned of potential safety hazards, as expired vehicles often go unmonitored, increasing the risk of breakdowns and accidents. January saw the highest number of violations - 6,977, followed by February (6,768) and March (6,573). The police have urged motorists to use smart services for tracking registration and insurance expiry dates and completing registration renewals.

Additionally, the police highlighted the financial and legal consequences of driving with expired registration, especially when combined with expired vehicle insurance, which could result in additional penalties in the event of an accident.