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Transporting passengers in unauthorized areas is a violation, traffic authority warns

Saudi traffic authorities warn that carrying passengers in non-designated areas of vehicles is a violation punishable by a fine.

Ajel News1 hour ago · 1 min read
Saudi traffic police warn against unauthorized passenger transport

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The General Directorate of Traffic has warned against transporting passengers in areas of vehicles not designated for them.

The authority stated on X that carrying passengers in non-designated areas of a vehicle constitutes a traffic violation.

The General Directorate of Traffic added that the fine for this violation ranges from 500 to 900 riyals (SAR).

Previously, the authority urged motorcycle riders and their passengers to securely wear helmets while riding.

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