Ras Al Khaimah’s new traffic law imposes Dh20,000 fines and jail for serious number plate offences. Learn about Ras Al Khaimah number plate violations now!
UAE, December 20, The Ras Al Khaimah has implemented new strict traffic laws, Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2024 on Traffic Regulation. If you transport bicycles or additional luggage in the back of your car, it is important to keep the vehicle’s plates visible at all times. Failure to do so then it might lead to serious consequences, including a Dh20,000 fine and imprisonment for 5 number plates.
On Wednesday, December 18, the Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) police proclaimed a reminder to motorists about the new rules. The main intent of which is to emphasize the significance of safe driving and proper compliance with traffic regulations.
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Penalties for Misusing Licence Plates
Motorists are urged to avoid the following actions:
1. Manufacturing or imitating a license plate, or using a manufactured or imitated license plate.
2. Defacing, altering or obliterating license plate information while it is being used.
3. Allowing someone to use a license plate knowing that it has been obliterated, defaced or altered.
4. Transferring a license plate from one vehicle to another without obtaining necessary approvals from the licensing authority.
5. Installing a licence plate, or assisting or facilitating its installation, in violation of the provisions of this Decree-Law and its Executive Regulations. (Ref. Gulf News)
Penalties for driving without a number plate
Driving without a license plate brings serious consequences. The offender may face:
• A fine of Dh3,000
• 23 black points on their driving record
• Vehicle confiscation for 90 days
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Authorities explain previous crimes that could lead to impounding.
Earlier this year, the detailed offences were shared on Instagram with the caption: “Executive Council Resolution No. (2) for 2024 regarding some vehicle seizure cases.”
Ras Al Khaimah’s sweep for violations concerning license plates is part of a wider UAE campaign aimed at ensuring road safety and preserving the integrity of the traffic system.
Drivers are urged to ensure their vehicle documents and license plates comply with the law to avoid prosecution.
