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In the UAE, traffic rules are usually very strict, and you need to follow them to avoid being fired. Sharjah, as a part of the UAE, also imposes fines on those who violate traffic rules. These strict traffic fines in Sharjah help maintain the traffic laws of the country and ensure road safety. Many of these rules are the same as in other Emirates, but there are some differences in fines and penalties.

List of Sharjah Traffic Fines

This summed-up list of rules will help you understand common traffic violations and the severity of their consequences based on Sharjah Traffic Fines. There will be black points based on the depth of violations and even vehicle confiscation.

Serious Traffic Violations

The punishment for serious traffic violations is usually decided by the court and can result in confiscation, police custody, and the accumulation of maximum black points.

• Driving leads to death - There will be heavy punishments decided by the court. The vehicle will be Confiscated for 60 days and 23 black points for the driver.

• Drunk and drive - Drunk and drive is a serious offense, it's punishment will be given by the court. The vehicle will be Confiscated for 60 days and 23 black points for the driver.

• Driving leads to serious injuries - The court will decide on punishment and fines. The vehicle will be Confiscated for 60 days and 23 black points for the driver.

Speed Violations

The fine for speed violation is dependent on your maximum speed. You can be charged with a hefty fine, receive black points, and even have your vehicle confiscated.

• Exceeding the maximum speed limit by 80 km/h - A fine of AED 3000 and 23 black points. The vehicle will be confiscated for 60 days.

• Exceeding the maximum speed limit by 60 km/h - A fine of AED 2000 and 12 black points, also the vehicle will be Confiscated for 30 days.

• Exceeding max speed limit under 60 km/h - A fine of AED 1500 and 6 black points, also the vehicle will be confiscated for 15 days.

Heavy Vehicle Violations

The listed violations below are associated with heavy traffic, and their fines are usually higher than those for light vehicles.

• Non-compliance with the compulsory route - a fine of AED 1500 and 12 black points.

• Loading in a way to endanger others or damage the road - a fine of AED 2000 and 6 black points. 

• Entering a prohibited zone - a fine of AED 1000 and 4 black points. 

• Leaking or falling load - a fine of AED 3000 and 12 black points.

• Does not meet safety standards - a fine of AED 2000 and 6 black points. 

• Attempt to escape from traffic police - a fine of AED 1000 and 16 black points. 

• Attempt to escape after a minor accident - a fine of AED 1000 and 16 black points. 

Parking Violations

Parking violations can be easily avoided by parking only in authorized zones.

• Parking in front of fire nozzles - a fine of AED 1000 and 6 black points. 

• Parking in a special needs zone - a fine of AED 1000 and 6 black points. 

• Parking in a zone dedicated for taxis - a fine of AED 500 and 4 black points. 

Pedestrian Violations

• Walking at night without lights - a fine of AED 500 and 4 black points. 

• Walking in fog without lights - a fine of AED 500 and 4 black points. 

• Walking in fog while violating security instructions - a fine of AED 500 and 4 black points. 

Vehicle Modification and Fitness Violations

• Modify a vehicle's engine or chassis without licence - a fine of AED 1500 and 12 black points. The vehicle will be confiscated for 30 days.

• Vehicle with invalid tyres - a fine of AED 500 and 4 black points. The vehicle will be confiscated for 7 days.

• Vehicles with invalid lighting - a fine of AED 400 and 6 black points

• Vehicles with invalid directional indicators - a fine of AED 400 and 2 black points

• Vehicle with lack of backlight - a fine of AED 400 and 2 black points