Police Files 26000 Cases Against Underage Drivers

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Lahore: Lahore Traffic Police has filed more than 26,000 cases during its ongoing crackdown against unlicensed and underage drivers, police sources said on Wednesday.

The traffic police also impounded thousands of vehicles during the drive in the provincial capital.

According to a spokesman for the City Traffic Police, some 9,737 cases have been filed against underage drivers, and a new fee schedule for new and renewal licences will be implemented on January 16, ensuring stricter measures for traffic safety.

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Chief Traffic Officer Ammara Athar said in her statement that anyone driving a vehicle without a valid licence, including motorcycles, was now subject to legal action. The crackdown has also been extended to those providing vehicles to underage individuals.

“To date, more than 26,000 cases have been registered for driving a motorcyclist without a licence during the crackdown. Vehicles involved in violations have been impounded, with fines of $5,000 for unlicensed car driving,” she added.

Ammara said, “The crackdown aims to curb accidents and ensure safe travel. Parents are urged to uphold their responsibility and refrain from allowing underage children to drive.”