Contest traffic fines, given you have proof

Motorists in Dubai have been urged to appeal against their traffic fines if they believe and have evidence that there is in error, an official has said.

Prosecutor General Salah Bu Farousha Al Felasi, Dubai’s Chief Traffic Prosecutor and Head of Dubai Traffic Public Prosecution,

said his department has received many questions about contestable traffic fines like sudden swerving, not keeping to a lane etc, with the fines being issued by policemen in absentia.

“Drivers can always contest a traffic fine if he or she believes it entails an error. Prosecution will summon the driver and check the radars or surveillance cameras in the area to verify the offence,” said Prosecutor General Al Felasi during a virtual conference organised by Dubai Community Development Authority.

“Drivers should have evidence to support the claim before appealing against the offence,” he said.

Circumstances key

He pointed out that minor offences like sudden swerving can have serious repercussions if they lead to an accident. “We investigate the circumstances of the contesting claim to make sure justice is served.”