Dubai Police Warn Drivers: New AI Radars See Everything

Dubai has deployed innovative AI-powered radar systems that detect six different traffic violations at once. These smart cameras monitor up to six main lanes and two side lanes on highways with an impressive 85% accuracy rate. Drivers who speed more than 80 km/h above the limit will face strict consequences. The penalties include a AED 3,000 fine, vehicle impoundment for 60 days, and 23 black points added to their license. Dubai’s implementation of these AI radar systems demonstrates its dedication to road safety through technology that effectively deters traffic violations throughout the emirate.

Dubai Police Deploys AI Cameras to Monitor These 6 Major Violations

Dubai Police has rolled out advanced AI-powered radar systems on city streets and main roads that can catch six different types of traffic violations. These state-of-the-art cameras from KTC International Co. watch driver behavior with incredible accuracy.

Drivers using mobile phones will face an Dh800 fine and get 4 black points on their license. The smart radar technology spots hand movements and phone light patterns to catch people using phones while driving. These cameras can even detect violations through heavily tinted windshields.

The system catches sudden lane changes too, which leads to a Dh400 fine. Video evidence of these violations goes straight to traffic authorities. On top of that, the technology spots poor lane discipline and reckless driving behaviors.

A successful four-month trial led to adding noise detection features. Any vehicle making too much noise now faces tough penalties – a Dh2,000 fine plus 12 black points. The radar’s portable design lets police move it around Dubai’s huge road network, which helps manage traffic on highways up to 10 lanes wide.

Police have caught some unusual violations lately, such as:

• Drivers using two mobile phones at once
• Motorists reading newspapers while driving

These smart cameras work great in both business and residential areas. Maj-Gen Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, says these advanced systems have caught many serious cases of distracted driving.

Thomas Edelmann, founder of Road Safety UAE, points out that texting drivers are 20 times more likely to crash. Ministry of Interior’s data shows distracted driving causes most accidents, and distracted drivers are four times more likely to crash than focused ones.

Dubai Police caught 35,527 mobile phone violations in just eight months, with six deaths from 99 accidents caused by phone use. These numbers show why the new AI-powered system plays such a crucial role in making Dubai’s roads safer.

How Dubai’s New Traffic Fine System Impacts Drivers

The UAE government has revealed tough new traffic rules starting March 2025, with significant penalties for major violations. Drivers caught drunk behind the wheel will pay fines from AED 20,000 to AED 100,000. Drug-related offenses carry even steeper consequences with jail time and fines between AED 30,000 to AED 200,000.

Driving with a suspended license now costs at least AED 10,000 and could land you in jail for three months. Anyone who runs from an accident scene or lies to authorities faces fines from AED 50,000 to AED 100,000 and might spend a year in jail.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) uses a quick violation alert system. Drivers get instant messages by SMS or email when they break rules. These alerts show all the important details about the violation – when and where it happened, car information, and how much you’ll need to pay.

Dubai makes it easy to pay your fines through several options:

• Online payments via the Dubai Police website or mobile app
• Direct bank transfers
• RTA-authorized payment outlets
• Emirates ID-enabled transactions

You have 30 days to pay your fine before extra penalties kick in. Big fines over AED 5,000 come with a helpful payment plan – pay 25% upfront and spread the rest over 24 months without interest.

Dubai uses a points system along with money fines. Small mistakes like using your phone or skipping seatbelts add 2 to 4 points to your record. Running red lights or serious speeding will get you 6 to 12 points. Once you hit 24 points, your license gets suspended, and repeat offenders might lose their driving privileges forever.

The RTA’s modern technology keeps roads safe. Smart cameras and radar systems catch violations automatically. This tech-driven approach reduces mistakes in catching violations and makes everything simpler and clearer for everyone on Dubai’s roads.

What Happens When Smart Cameras Catch You?

Dubai’s road network features smart cameras that take front-facing photos of drivers breaking traffic rules. These AI-powered cameras can zoom in on drivers who break rules, whatever their window tinting or attempts to hide violations.

The system sends video evidence straight to traffic authorities when it spots a violation. Officers get into the footage carefully to verify infractions such as mobile phone usage and seatbelt violations before they issue any penalties.

Traffic violation penalties change based on how serious they are. Drivers caught using mobile phones will pay an AED 800 fine and get four black points on their license. The recent changes to Decree No. (30) 2023 also allow authorities to impound vehicles for 30 days.

The complete penalty structure includes these violations:

• Speeding over 80 km/h costs AED 3,000, 60-day impoundment, and 23 black points
• Red light violations cost AED 1,000, 30-day impoundment, and 12 black points
• Wrong lane usage costs AED 400, while heavy vehicles pay AED 1,500 and get 12 black points

Black points stay on a driver’s record for one year from the violation date and work as an extra deterrent. A driver’s license gets suspended for three months to one year after collecting 24 points in 12 months.

Recent data shows how well the system works. Authorities caught 35,527 violations in eight months, with six deaths from 99 accidents caused by distracted driving. The cameras have spotted serious violations, including drivers using two phones or reading newspapers while driving.

Dubai Police offers clear ways to appeal for drivers who think they got wrong violations. This approach gives drivers a fair chance to contest automated tickets through proper channels.

These advanced cameras support Dubai’s goal to lead global traffic safety standards and will improve road safety through better technology.

Dubai’s advanced traffic monitoring system proves the emirate’s commitment to safer roads. AI-powered cameras achieve 85% accuracy rates and catch violations from mobile phone usage to dangerous lane changes. The detailed penalty structure combines monetary fines, black points, and vehicle impoundment to deter traffic violations effectively.

The system works exceptionally well. Authorities have identified thousands of violations that drivers previously got away with. Flexible payment options and clear appeal mechanisms help ensure fairness while enforcement standards remain strict. Dubai’s technological advancement continues to improve road safety. The automated and precise traffic law enforcement protects residents and visitors alike.