Sharjah is the latest emirate to announce a 50 per cent discount on traffic fines, coinciding with the UAE’s 49th National Day.
According to Sharjah Police, the scheme, which begins on December 2, will run for 49 days.
The 50 per cent discount is applicable to all types of traffic violations, except for serious offences.
Similar discount schemes were previously announced in Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Fujairah as well.
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