MIA clarifies notification rules for late traffic fines
The Ministry of Internal Affairs’ Traffic Safety Department (MIA TSD) recently addressed concerns surrounding drivers in Uzbekistan receiving fines for traffic violations committed up to nine months ago.
Social media users had been spreading information about drivers being fined for traffic offenses that took place as far back as nine months. Zoyir Yoldoshev, head of the press Service at the MIA TSD, clarified the situation by explaining the rules regarding the issuance of fines for traffic violations.
Yoldoshev explained that according to the Code of Administrative Responsibility, if a driver receives notification of a fine for a traffic violation more than 365 days after the incident, they are not obligated to pay it. This is because administrative decisions must be made within one year of the offense.
However, fines issued for violations that occurred within the past 365 days and for which the notification is delivered within that timeframe are considered valid. Therefore, fines for violations committed 6, 8, or even 9 months ago fall within the one-year period and drivers are required to comply.
There may be confusion regarding the timeframe for the delivery of fine notifications, with some believing that they must be sent within 48 hours of the offense. Yoldoshev clarified that this 48-hour rule applies to violations detected by surveillance cameras installed by private entrepreneurs. If the footage is not submitted to the TSD within that timeframe, the violation will not be recorded and no fine will be issued.
In conclusion, it is important for drivers to be aware of the rules and regulations regarding the issuance of fines for traffic violations in Uzbekistan to avoid any confusion or misunderstanding.
