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The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has released a comprehensive list of 35 traffic offences and their respective penalties as the government begins rolling out a new instant fines system.
In a notice dated Tuesday, March 10, the Authority noted that the move was aimed at improving road safety and compliance with traffic laws by motorists.
The new system, introduced under the Traffic, Minor Offences, and Rules of 2016, allows motorists who commit minor traffic violations to pay prescribed fines instantly instead of going through lengthy court processes.
According to the NTSA, the move is also intended to decongest courts, improve enforcement efficiency, and encourage responsible road use across the country.
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List of Offences and Penalties
The most common offences and their penalties include;
Driving without identification plates or improperly fixed plates – Ksh10,000
Driving a vehicle without a valid inspection certificate – Ksh10,000
Driving without a valid driving licence endorsement for the vehicle class – Ksh3,000
Failure to renew a driving licence – Ksh1,000
Driving while being unqualified – Ksh5,000
Failure to carry and produce a driving licence on demand – Ksh1,000
Speeding Offences
Motorists exceeding prescribed speed limits will face fines depending on the degree of violation:
1-5 km/h above the speed limit – Warning
6-10 km/h above the speed limit – Ksh500
11-15 km/h above the speed limit – Ksh3,000
16–20 km/h above the speed limit – Ksh10,000
PSV and Commercial Vehicle Offences
Public Service Vehicle (PSV) operators also face several specific penalties under the rules:
Unlicensed person acting as a PSV conductor – Ksh5,000
PSV owner permitting an unlicensed conductor – Ksh10,000
Failure of PSV driver or conductor to wear the prescribed badge and uniform – Ksh2,000
Failure to refund passengers for incomplete journeys – Ksh3,000
Touting – Ksh3,000
Allowing unauthorised persons to drive a PSV – Ksh3,000
Driving or operating a PSV with tinted windows – Ksh3,000
Failure to carry a functional fire extinguisher and first aid kit – Ksh2,000
Using a mobile phone while driving – Ksh2,000
Vehicle Compliance Offences
Failure to display ‘L’ learner plates on a learning vehicle – Ksh1,000
Failure to wear seat belts – Ksh500
Failure of PSV owners to maintain clean seat belts – Ksh500
Failure to carry reflective warning signs – Ksh2,000
Failure to fit prescribed speed governors in PSVs and commercial vehicles – Ksh10,000
Other Key Violations
Driving on pavements or pedestrian walkways – Ksh5,000
Failing to obey directions from a police officer -Ksh3,000
Ignoring traffic signals – Ksh3,000
Failing to stop when required by a police officer – Ksh5,000
Causing road obstruction by improper parking – Ksh10,000
Failure to display reflective triangles when a vehicle stalls – Ksh3,000
Motorcycle carrying more than one pillion passenger- Ksh1,000
Driving a vehicle on a footpath – Ksh5,000
Pedestrians obstructing the free passage of vehicles – Ksh500
The update comes hours after NTSA announced that the instant fines system had gone live, with motorists who commit traffic violations set to receive instant notifications of their offences via SMS.
According to the Authority, a traffic offender will be required to settle the fine within seven days.
Failure to pay the fine within the stipulated period will result in the due amount earning interest, and the driver shall be barred from making any other transaction in any NTSA service platform.
“Motorists are advised to observe all traffic regulations and respond promptly to any official notifications received. Further details will be communicated through the official government channels,” NTSA announced.
NTSA urged motorists to familiarise themselves with the offences and fines and comply with traffic regulations to avoid penalties and help reduce road accidents.
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