All About Ajman Traffic Fines

Ajman is the smallest Emirate of the UAE but still boasts a brilliant infrastructure. Similarly, just like any other Emirate of the UAE, traffic rules and regulations are in place. From speeding to overtaking cars in prohibited areas and skimping on red traffic lights, Ajman traffic fines are big dents in your pockets. 

Therefore, if you were thinking that the size of the Emirate could allow you to shirk your basic traffic laws, you are mistaken. You can either be subjected to monetary fines, vehicle suspension or even black points, to name a few. For your convenience, we have compiled an Ajman traffic fines list to further deter you from breaking the law – in any case. 

AJMAN TRAFFIC FINES LIST 

It is important to know the complete details about Ajman traffic fines payments so that you can drive carefully and carry your conduct with caution on the road as you commute to work or other places. It is worthwhile to know that depending on certain circumstances, traffic rule violations may lead to criminal charges as well. 

AJMAN TRAFFIC FINES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES

Here is an Ajman traffic fines list that are imposed on light vehicles in case the drivers of these vehicles fail to abide by the rules. 

Traffic Violation	Fines (AED)	Black Points	Vehicle Confiscation Duration
Traffic Violation Causing death of others	Fines (AED) Decided by Court	Black Points 23	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 60 Days
Traffic Violation Driving a vehicle without number plates	Fines (AED) 3000	Black Points 23	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 90 Days
Traffic Violation Driving under the influence of alcohol	Fines (AED) Decided by Court	Black Points 23	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 60 Days
Traffic Violation Not stopping after causing a minor accident to a light vehicle that resulted in injuries	Fines (AED) 500	Black Points 8	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 7 Days
Traffic Violation Running from traffic policeman	Fines (AED) 800	Black Points 12	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 30 Days
Traffic Violation Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 60km/h	Fines (AED) 1500	Black Points 6	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 15 Days
Traffic Violation Exceeding maximum speed limit by more than 60km/h	Fines (AED) 1000	Black Points 12	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 30 Days
Traffic Violation Not abiding by traffic signs and directions	Fines (AED) 500	Black Points –	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Reckless driving	Fines (AED) 600	Black Points 6	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 30 Days
Traffic Violation Driving a noisy vehicle	Fines (AED) 2000	Black Points 12	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 30 Days
Sudden deviation	1000	4	–
Throwing garbage from a vehicle	1000	6	–
Using cell phone while driving	500	4	–
Driving in a way that is dangerous to the public	1000	12	30 Days
Driving against traffic	600	4	7 Days
Overtaking from a prohibited place	600	–	–
Reversing unsafely	500	4	–
Driving at night or in foggy weather without headlights on	500	4	–
Driving with expired driving licence	500	4	7 Days
Driving without vehicle registration renewal	400	–	–
Failing to give priority to pedestrians in pedestrian crossings	500	6	–
Driving without seat belts	400	4	–
Driving below the minimum designated speed limit for road if any	400	–	–

Apart from all the above listed traffic fines in Ajman for light vehicles, there are some fines related to exceeding maximum speed limit. Here is the list of fines about speed limit motorists should be aware of:

• Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 30 km/h: AED 600
• Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 40 km/h: AED 700
• Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 20 km/h: AED 300
• Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 10 km/h: AED 400

AJMAN TRAFFIC FINES FOR BIG VEHICLES

Motorists driving heavy vehicles sometimes come across severe penalties, in contrast to light vehicle drivers, on failing to abide by traffic rules and regulations. Those driving heavy vehicles need to be aware of the following traffic fines in Ajman that drivers need to pay on violation:

Traffic Violation	Fines (AED)	Black Points	Vehicle Confiscation Duration
Traffic Violation Not stopping after causing a minor accident to a heavy vehicle	Fines (AED) 1000	Black Points 16	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Entering in heavy vehicle prohibited area	Fines (AED) 1000	Black Points 4	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Falling or leaking load	Fines (AED) 3000	Black Points 12	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Not fixing reflective stickers at the back of trucks and heavy vehicles	Fines (AED) 500	Black Points –	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Heavy vehicle lane discipline	Fines (AED) 1500	Black Points 12	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Driving a heavy vehicle that does not comply with safety and security conditions	Fines (AED) 2000	Black Points –	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 6 Days

AJMAN TRAFFIC FINES FOR PARKING OFFENCES

Another type of violation in Ajman is parking in prohibited or reserved areas. You are obliged to pay hefty fines if you do not double check your parking space and leave your vehicle standing in an area where parking is not allowed. For further information, the following Ajman traffic fines list can assist you. 

Traffic Violation	Fines (AED)	Black Points	Vehicle Confiscation Duration
Traffic Violation Parking near fire hydrants and in places reserved for people with special needs	Fines (AED) 1000	Black Points 6	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Parking in loading and offloading areas without need	Fines (AED) 200	Black Points –	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Parking behind vehicles and blocking their movement	Fines (AED) 500	Black Points –	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Parking vehicles on pavement	Fines (AED) 400	Black Points –	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –
Traffic Violation Violating loading or unloading regulations in parking	Fines (AED) 200	Black Points 4	Vehicle Confiscation Duration 7 Days
Traffic Violation Parking in prohibited places	Fines (AED) 200	Black Points 2	Vehicle Confiscation Duration –

AJMAN TRAFFIC FINES FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS

Motorcyclists are also subjected to penalties in plenty of circumstances should they violate the traffic rules. All the above-listed Ajman traffic fines may or may not be applicable on motorbike riders. For this you need to confirm from Ajman police. However, motorcyclists not wearing helmet while driving are fined AED 500 and they earn 4 traffic points.

AJMAN TRAFFIC FINES PAYMENT

Motorists with valid Ajman driving licence can pay Ajman traffic fines via the Ministry of Interior (MOI) app (Android | iOS) as well as the Ajman Police app (Android | iOS). Whereas physical payment at service centres of Ajman Police is always an open option. Additionally, drivers can also make Ajman traffic fine online payment on the MOI official website. Also, motorists can pay Ajman traffic fines through Sahl machines, placed at different places in the city by Ajman traffic police.

When paying traffic fines in Ajman via MOI website, here is what you need to do:

• Register on the website first.
• Make sure you inquire about your traffic penalties before making any payments.
• To sign up on the website, you can also use the UAE PASS. 

However, if you believe that you were incorrectly incurred for the fine, go through this guide on how to dispute a traffic fine in UAE and find out about contesting traffic fine in Ajman.

Implementation of a Smart Monitoring System to Detect Traffic Violations in Ajman

In an attempt to reduce road accidents due to visual distraction and lack of safety measures. Ajman Police is set to implement a Smart Monitoring System on October 1, 2024. The system will detect the use of mobile phones and the failure to wear a seat belt while driving. Under the Federal Traffic Law, a fine of AED 800 and four black points will be imposed for mobile phone violations.

Conclusively, it should be every driver’s priority to follow the traffic rules when driving in any Emirate of the UAE. There have been plenty of fatal road accidents in the history of the country to make authorities stern in their conduct and offer no flexibility in compensation. Thus, given that the traffic police can catch you with hefty fines in Ajman. Besides, to save yourself from any sort of inconvenience, you may opt to commute using any of the public transport in Ajman.

On the other hand, those who intend to buy a new or used car in Ajman, first enrol first at one of the driving schools in the Emirate. Moreover, If you plan to take a trip to other Emirates for work or leisure in your car, ensure you have complete knowledge of their traffic laws. For instance, go through the traffic fines in Dubai and other cities of the UAE. The fines may remain more or less the same, but the rules may differ in terms of severity. On that note, make it a practice to be a careful and alert driver at all costs.

Stay tuned to the UAE’s top auto blog for more updates about traffic laws in Ajman as well as other Emirates.