Dh500 fines for illegal parking near mosques and main roads
Under the Federal Traffic Law, motorists who park behind another vehicle and obstruct its movement face a Dh500 fine under Article 60. Improper parking also carries a Dh500 fine under Article 64.
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The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate of Abu Dhabi Police has urged motorists to use designated parking areas and avoid illegal parking in front of mosques and along main roads, especially during Friday prayers. Police warned that random parking blocks traffic, obstructs entrances and exits to parking areas, and prevents other vehicles from moving. Under the Federal Traffic Law, motorists who park behind another vehicle and obstruct its movement face a Dh500 fine under Article 60. Improper parking also carries a Dh500 fine under Article 64.
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Reported by: Gulf News 16 Jul 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →
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