Dubai: Dubai Police recorded 27,756 traffic violations during October 2026 through their smart traffic monitoring systems, identifying dangerous driving behaviours including mobile phone use, other forms of distraction and failure to wear seat belts.
The violations pose serious risks to road users and increase the likelihood of traffic accidents resulting in fatalities and severe injuries.

Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, said the advanced systems had successfully detected and documented violations with high accuracy.

He explained that integrating artificial intelligence and modern technologies into traffic monitoring enables Dubai Police to identify dangerous behaviours that may be difficult to detect through conventional enforcement methods.
These capabilities support greater compliance with traffic regulations and help reduce accidents.

A Few Seconds of Distraction Can Have Serious Consequences
Brigadier bin Suwaidan warned that distracted driving remains one of the most dangerous behaviours on the road, stressing that even a momentary lapse in concentration can result in a driver losing control of their vehicle or failing to respond to sudden changes in traffic conditions.

Such situations include vehicles stopping unexpectedly, pedestrians crossing the road or sudden changes in traffic flow, potentially leading to serious collisions and pedestrian accidents.

He explained that using mobile phones to make calls, browse social media or read and write messages significantly reduces drivers’ concentration and their ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

“The road demands a driver’s full attention. Any distraction can have tragic consequences, affecting not just the driver but other road users as well,” he stressed.

Seat Belts Save Lives
Addressing seat belt violations, Brigadier bin Suwaidan highlighted the importance of one of the most fundamental safety measures inside vehicles.
He explained that seat belts help reduce the severity of injuries during collisions by preventing drivers and passengers from being thrown against the vehicle’s interior or ejected from the vehicle by the force of an impact.
He emphasised that wearing a seat belt is essential for protecting lives and should never be regarded merely as a way to avoid a traffic fine.

Traffic Fines and Black Points
Dubai Police reiterated the penalties associated with these dangerous driving behaviours. These include: using a mobile phone or being distracted while driving AED 800 and driver failing to wear a seat belt AED 700.

Brigadier bin Suwaidan explained that these penalties are intended to deter dangerous behaviours and encourage compliance with road safety regulations.

Dubai Police to Expand Smart Traffic Monitoring
Brigadier bin Suwaidan revealed that Dubai Police plan to increase the number of smart traffic monitoring devices and expand their deployment across internal roads and major highways in the coming period.

The expansion will strengthen the ability to detect traffic violations and dangerous driving behaviours more comprehensively and accurately.

He noted that the initiative forms part of an integrated strategy to enhance traffic enforcement efficiency, improve road safety and address the causes of traffic accidents.

Firm Action Against Dangerous Drivers
Brigadier bin Suwaidan stressed that Dubai Police will take firm action against motorists who repeatedly commit traffic violations, engage in dangerous driving or disregard road safety regulations.
He affirmed that protecting lives and ensuring community safety remain among Dubai Police’s highest priorities.
Smart monitoring systems and traffic patrols will continue identifying offenders and taking appropriate legal action without exception.
He emphasised that endangering other people’s lives through negligence or failure to comply with traffic regulations is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

Changing Behaviour, Not Simply Issuing Fines
Brigadier bin Suwaidan clarified that the primary objective of intensified traffic monitoring is not simply to issue fines but to encourage safer driving habits and strengthen individual responsibility among road users.
He explained that compliance with traffic regulations is the first line of defence against accidents and plays a vital role in protecting lives and property.
Road Safety Is Everyone’s Responsibility
Brigadier bin Suwaidan urged motorists to remain fully attentive while driving, avoid mobile phone use and other distractions, and ensure that all passengers wear seat belts before setting off.
He also advised drivers to maintain a safe distance between vehicles and remain focused throughout their journeys.
“Road safety is a shared responsibility, and obeying traffic laws reflects a driver’s awareness and respect for the lives of others,” he said.
He reaffirmed that Dubai Police will continue their awareness campaigns, traffic monitoring and enforcement efforts to create safer roads and protect all road users from irresponsible driving behaviours.