Jail for One-Way Violation: Punjab Government Enforces Stricter Traffic Laws
The Punjab Government has adopted a stricter policy against traffic violations, following a similar approach to the Sindh Government. Traffic fines have increased dramatically, by several hundred percent in many cases.
For example, the fine for a traffic signal violation has risen from Rs. 200 to Rs. 2,000 for two-wheelers, which is a whopping 900% increase. This is just one example; fines for many other violations have also been raised significantly. Here’s the detailed table for the latest traffic violations in Punjab, and remember, it’s applicable in every city of Punjab:
| Violation | Motorcycle (PKR) | 3-Wheeler (PKR) | Car/Jeep (PKR) | Commercial (PKR) | Public Service (PKR) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Over speeding | 2000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 4 |
| No lights at night | 2000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 3 |
| Wrong-way driving | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 4 |
| No number plate | 5000 | 5000 | 8000 | 10000 | 15000 | 4 |
| Signal violation | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 4 |
| Using mobile phones while driving | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 4 |
| Horn misuse | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 3 |
| No helmet | 2000 | – | – | – | – | 2 |
| Pollution/smoke | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 3 |
| Hit & Run | 20000 | 30000 | 50000 | 100000 | 150000 | 4 |
| Driving without a license | 5000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 20000 | 4 |
| Overloading | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 3 |
| Passengers on a tractor trolley | 5000 | – | – | – | – | 3 |
| Unregistered vehicle | 10000 | 30000 | 50000 | 100000 | 150000 | 4 |
| No parking zone | 2000 | 3000 | 5000 | 8000 | 10000 | 2 |
| Lane violation | 3000 | 3000 | 5000 | 8000 | 10000 | 2 |
| Unfit vehicle | 20000 | 30000 | 50000 | 100000 | 150000 | 4 |
The government has also stated that strict action will be taken for missing vehicle documents, although the exact penalties have not been clearly explained.
In addition, they announced that driving the wrong way on a one-way road will now be punishable by up to six months’ imprisonment, and that wearing a seatbelt is now mandatory for the front passenger as well.
Points will also be deducted as outlined in the table above. A total of 20 points is the limit, after which the driver’s licence may be suspended for 2 to 12 months. However, the government has not clarified how long these points remain on record or when they expire.
