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Dubai Police Crack Down on Traffic Violations with AI-Powered Radars
Dubai Police are enhancing road safety with the deployment of advanced AI-powered radar systems. These systems automatically detect a wide range of traffic violations, leading to stricter enforcement and higher penalties. This initiative, announced at a recent press conference, aims to significantly reduce traffic accidents in the emirate.
AI-Enabled Traffic Violation Detection: Fines, Impoundment, and Black Points
The General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police detailed the types of violations detected by the new AI technology and their corresponding penalties. These include:
- Speeding: Fines range from AED 300 for exceeding the speed limit by more than 20 km/h to a hefty AED 3,000 for exceeding it by more than 80 km/h, along with vehicle impoundment and black points on driving licenses. For instance, exceeding the speed limit by 60km/h results in a AED 2,000 fine, a 20-day impoundment, and 12 black points.
- Red Light Violations: A fine of AED 1,000, a 30-day vehicle impoundment, and 12 black points.
- Lane Violations: AED 400 for light vehicles, AED 1,500 for heavy vehicles, and 12 black points for non-compliance.
- Driving Against Traffic: AED 600, 7-day impoundment, and 4 black points.
- Unsafe Road Use: Penalties for using the road shoulder improperly are AED 1,000, a 30-day impoundment, and 6 black points.
- Other Violations: Further offenses such as not wearing a seatbelt (AED 400 and 4 black points), using a phone while driving (AED 800 and 4 black points), excessive window tinting (AED 1,500), tailgating (AED 400 and 4 black points), and many more, all carry significant fines and black points.
The press conference was attended by senior officials, including Brigadier Issam Ibrahim Al Awar and Brigadier Engineer Mohammad Ali Karam, highlighting the Dubai Police's commitment to enhancing road safety through technological advancements.
Dubai Police's Commitment to Road Safety
This initiative represents a significant step in Dubai Police's ongoing efforts to improve road safety and reduce accidents. The use of AI-powered technology allows for more efficient and accurate enforcement of traffic laws, deterring reckless driving and promoting responsible behavior on the roads.
Drivers in Dubai are urged to adhere strictly to traffic regulations to avoid penalties and contribute to a safer driving environment for everyone.
