Islamabad, July 15, 2025: Sharjah has rolled out a revised traffic fine discount scheme to encourage timely payments while taking a firm stand against dangerous driving violations. The new policy, approved by the Sharjah Executive Council, officially took effect this week.
Save 35% on Traffic Fines in Sharjah
Motorists can now avail a 35% discount on Sharjah traffic fines, including vehicle impound and release charges, if paid within 60 days of the violation. A 25% discount will apply to fines cleared within one year, though this offer excludes impound-related fees.
However, the discount is not applicable to 40 major violations, which are directly linked to fatal accidents and serious road offenses.
No Discount for High-Risk Offenses
Among the excluded violations are:
- Overspeeding by more than 60 or 80 km/h
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Causing fatalities or serious injuries
- Running red lights (all vehicle types)
- Reckless overtaking and dangerous swerving
- Using mobile phones while driving
- Not stopping after an accident
- Blocking emergency vehicles or school buses
- Operating noisy or dangerously loaded vehicles
“These aren’t minor infractions—they’re life-threatening behaviors,” said Colonel Abdulrahman Mohammed Khater, Deputy Director of the Security Media Department at Sharjah Police. “Excluding them from the discount sends a strong and clear message.”
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Pedestrians Now Face Fines Too
For the first time in Sharjah, pedestrians who break traffic laws will also be fined. Jaywalking and ignoring pedestrian signals will result in penalties recorded via Emirates ID, as part of a broader push for safer streets.
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Sharjah Police & Transport Authority Step Up
The initiative is part of a joint campaign with the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, which includes:
- Upgraded pedestrian crossings
- New smart traffic signals
- Enhanced signage in high-risk zones
Authorities have deployed both uniformed and plainclothes patrols to ensure enforcement on roads and sidewalks.
