Traffic Violations That Can Get You Arrested In South Africa

[Phillip Coetser]

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There are several serious traffic violations for which South African motorists can be arrested immediately, and I quote,
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The Justice Project South Africa was also previously provided comment on the violations which empower law enforcement officials to
arrest motorists “on the spot”.
Based on feedback from these experts, the current offences which could justify an arrest include:
♣ Exceeding the speed limit by more than 40km/h outside an urban area or on a freeway.
♣ Leaving the scene of a crash in which you are involved without first stopping to check if injuries or damages to property or vehicles have occurred.
♣ Reckless, negligent, or inconsiderate driving.
♣Driving under the influence of alcohol or a drug having a narcotic effect.
♣Excessive overloading.
♣Failing to licence a vehicle — Includes fraudulent licence/licence disc, or any other document or number plates — as well as number plates which are
completely absent.
♣ Refusing or failing to comply with a lawful order given by an authorised officer.
♣ Driving a class of vehicle that the driver is not licensed for.
While most of these violations seem fairly clear-cut, the reckless, negligent or inconsiderate driving violation might be considered a bit vague.

Regards.