Dubai: Waiting at red signal for too long? Stop before white line for quicker green light
Stopping your vehicle before the white line is mandatory, the Roads and Transport Authority reminded residents in an advisory on Wednesday.
Following this rule also allows sensors at the signal to spot your car and adjust the timing of the light accordingly, making it green sooner.
If caught, lack of lane discipline could get you a fine of Dh400.
Meanwhile, running a red light comes with a release fee of Dh50,000 and a stiffer penalty of Dh100,000 will have to be paid for confiscated vehicles that participate in illegal road race. For those who don't want to pay the release fee, the vehicle must be impounded for 30 days and pay a fine of Dh1,000, along with deduction of 12 black points.
Earlier this year, Dubai tightened its traffic laws, introducing imprisonment and hefty penalties of up to Dh200,000 for various traffic violations — from jaywalking to driving under the influence of drugs.
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