30.03.2026 07:00
The increase in new traffic fines was discussed at the AK Party strategy meeting and in the Cabinet. Following complaints from citizens, President Erdoğan instructed that regulations should be made to avoid creating grievances. Within the party, there are differing opinions on the deterrent effect and applicability of the fines ahead of the regulation expected to be prepared by the end of April.
New traffic fines are not off the agenda. Complaints have poured in from members of parliament and AK Party politicians. The issue was first discussed at the AK Party strategy meeting and later at the Cabinet. President Erdoğan instructed that the regulation should be arranged in a way that does not lead to new grievances. It has been learned that the regulation will be prepared by the end of April.
DISCUSSED AT THE AK PARTY SUMMIT
According to a report by Emrah Özcan from Türkiye Newspaper, the new regulation was first addressed at the AK Party strategy meeting and then at the Cabinet. President Erdoğan instructed that the regulation should be arranged in a way that does not lead to new grievances.
INTERNAL PARTY DISAGREEMENTS
In addition to all this, there are also disagreements within the AK Party. According to some, the new fines are too harsh, while others argue that if the fines are not deterrent, lawlessness cannot be prevented.
“HOW WILL CITIZENS PAY THESE AMOUNTS?”
Some party members lamented, “How will citizens pay these amounts? How will we explain this in the field?” while others argue that fines for offenses such as using a mobile phone while driving, getting out of the vehicle with the intent to attack, persistent stalking, driving under the influence, and weaving in and out of traffic are quite reasonable and deterrent.
“FINE INCREASE IS NOT A SOLUTION” VIEW
Some officials argue that increasing fines does not prevent crime or violations. In this regard, they assess that the exorbitant increases in fines will reflect negatively from the field.