How Long do Black Points Last in Dubai
The black point system was introduced by Dubai Police to encourage safe driving. Too many black points on your record can lead to consequences like confiscation of your vehicle or license suspension. The good news is that these points won’t stay with you all your life. Today, we will find out how long black points last and how you can avoid them.
How Long Do Black Points Last in Dubai?
The validity of black points on a motorist’s file is 1 year.
However, you need to make sure your accumulated black points do not exceed 24 at any given point in a year. The moment these exceed 24, your license will be revoked.
The license suspension period ranges from 3 to 6 months. If these points exceed 24 for the third time for any motorist, the license will be suspended for an entire year. Each suspension puts legal liability on the driver. Moreover, the driver is required to retake a driving course and test after each suspension.
Ways to Reduce and Avoid Black Points
Black points are difficult to get rid of. Anyone with 24 black points in UAE must wait for a year so they can elapse and they can start afresh. For anyone who has 23 or less than that black points, here are a few tips to avoid more points:
- Enrol in classes offered by the Department of traffic police
- Take Redemption Program
- Pay fines with special discount offers e.g. in Ramadan, the traffic police department offers discounts on fines.
- Opt for the black point transfer system by RTA in case if someone else drove your vehicle and was subjected to fines.
Moreover, you should avoid all major offences that will add points. Mentioned below is a list of lesser-known traffic driving offences that carry the most points and can lead to the suspension of your license.
- Causing damage to public or private property while driving
- Transporting passengers without a permit
- Carrying inflammable or hazardous substances without permission
Violations That Carry 23 Black Points
- Causing death or serious injuries to a person
- Driving under the influence of alcohol
- Risking life or lives, and the safety of others
- Driving a vehicle without number plates
Violations That Carry 12 Black Points
- Jumping a red light
- Driving a noisy vehicle
- Load leakage or spilling from the heavy vehicles
- Driving with a different driving license
- Running away from traffic police when asked to stop
- Exceeding the maximum speed limit by more than 60 or 80km/h
- Heavy vehicles not following lane discipline
Violations That Carry 6 Black Points
- Loaded heavy vehicles that impose danger to others
- Driving a heavy vehicle that is not in compliance with the standard safety rules
- Exceeding the maximum speed limit by not more than 60 km/h
- Overtaking from a hard shoulder
- Entering road dangerously
- Not giving way to an emergency, public service or police cars
- Parking in front of fire hydrants
- Parking in spaces reserved for POD
- Stopping on the road unnecessarily
- Not giving way to pedestrians
- Throwing litter from vehicle windows while driving
How to Avoid Fines
- Always use your seat belt. It is crucial for your safety.
- Do not exceed the speed limits specified in the UAE.
- Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Keep track of time for metered parking zone.
- In case you need to answer an emergency call while driving, use a hands-free device.
- Never jump a red light.
Alert and defensive driving is the key to avoiding mishaps. For any driver, it’s best to stay safe as well as ensure the safety of others around and in the vehicle. You can drive fast in Dubai in a defined location only, that is the Dubai Autodrome, otherwise, it should be avoided on roads. Following these rules not only ensures safety but will also save you from Dubai traffic fines.
FAQs
How can I check black points on my license in Dubai online?
You can check your black points by visiting the official Dubai Police website. Navigate to the ‘Traffic Fines Payment’ page, add your number plate or license details, and you will be able to see the black points accumulated on your driving license.
How can I transfer black points in Dubai?
Black points are associated with a driver’s license. You can transfer them to another license or visit the customer service centre along with the person who was actually driving.
Since black points and fines are associated with the license and not the vehicle, you can buy used cars in Dubai, without worrying about black points incurred by the previous owner.
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