27,756 Drivers Fined in October as Smart Cameras Catch Phone Use
Dubai Police issued 27,756 traffic fines during October after smart traffic monitoring systems caught motorists using mobile phones behind the wheel. The enforcement drive targeted drivers diverting their attention from the road across the emirate.
Automated Cameras Capture Phone Use Behind the Wheel as Penalties Mount
Motorists caught driving while distracted face a fine of AED 800 and four black points on their traffic record. Dubai Police released images captured directly by automated smart monitoring units, showing drivers holding mobile phones while navigating traffic to highlight the physical hazards of phone use on public roads.
Official warnings issued alongside the enforcement figures stressed that operating a handheld device or taking part in any activity that pulls focus away from driving puts lives at risk. Dubai Police also cautioned motorists against failing to wear seat belts, calling on all drivers to adhere strictly to traffic regulations.
