11 Dubai traffic violations that can cost you Dh3,000

Dubai - Always stick to the rules when sitting behind the wheel.

Millions of people drive on Dubai roads on a daily basis, and to do so they have to follow a certain set of rules and regulations.
Not only do they have to abide by the speed limits but also maintain lane disciplines and wear seatbelts. However, breaking a few rules and regulations in Dubai comes at a price. Below is a list of violations that can get the drivers a Dh3,000 fine.
1. Driving a vehicle without a number plate.
2. Jumping a red signal in a heavy vehicle.
3. Overtaking from a prohibited place while driving a truck.
4. Driving a heavy vehicle in a manner which would prove dangerous to the life of the drivers or safety of any other people.
5. Driving a heavy vehicle in a manner that could cause harm to either public or private properties.
6. Falling or leaking of a heavy vehicle's load can also invite a similar fine.
7. Failing to hand over the driving license to the authorities once the maximum amount of black points have been attained in the third traffic violation.
8. Causing another person's vehicle to overturn while driving a heavy vehicle.
9. Not covering of loads while driving a truck.
10. Transporting hazardous or inflammable materials without permission. 
11. Using leisure bikes (Quad bikes) on the roads.
For an entire list of fines click here.

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