04.10.2025 15:03
Next week, the Grand National Assembly will begin discussions on fundamental changes to the Highway Traffic Law. With the new regulation, drivers will be warned about radar points before approaching them, thanks to the "Radar Var" application developed by the government. Additionally, significant increases are expected in speed limits, radar applications, and traffic fines.
The proposal containing comprehensive changes to the Highway Traffic Law is coming to the agenda of the General Assembly next week. The proposal includes record fines amounting to hundreds of thousands of lira for speeding violations and the use of fake license plates, as well as a new mobile application that will inform drivers in advance about radar points. The regulation was prepared in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Interior.
RADAR WARNING FOR DRIVERS IS COMING
According to a report by Türkiye Gazetesi; an important step has been taken in response to citizens' complaints about hidden radars in traffic. As previously announced by Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, a new application is being developed to break the perception that "traps are being set" for citizens.
In this new era, drivers will receive a warning on their mobile phones saying "Radar ahead" through an application, allowing them to be alerted before inspection points. Additionally, speed limit signs have been reviewed, and 19,046 signs deemed unnecessary have been removed.
NEW FINE LIST WILL BE BURDENSOME
With the proposal coming to the Parliament, the fines imposed for traffic violations are reaching record levels. Here are some of the fines expected to be increased under the proposed law:
- Those exceeding the speed limit will face fines of up to 30,000 lira.
- Those talking on the phone while driving will pay 5,000 lira, and those not wearing seat belts will be fined 2,500 lira.
- The fine for running a red light will increase to 5,000 lira.
- Those driving without a driver's license will face a fine of 40,000 lira, while those who drive despite having their license revoked will face a fine of 200,000 lira.
- Those weaving in traffic will be fined 180,000 lira, and those drifting will face a fine of 140,000 lira.
- Drivers who persistently follow another vehicle with the intent to attack or get out of their vehicle for this purpose will face an administrative fine of 180,000 lira, their driver's licenses will be revoked for 60 days, and their vehicles may be banned from traffic for 30 days.
- Those who do not yield to vehicles with right of way, such as ambulances and fire trucks, will face a fine of 46,000 lira, while those using fake license plates will face a fine of 280,000 lira.
- Those driving under the influence will pay a fine of 25,000 lira.
- Those fleeing from the enforcement officer's "Stop" order during traffic inspections will face a fine of 200,000 lira, their licenses will be confiscated for 60 days, and their vehicles will be banned from traffic for 60 days.