Taking a bold stand against traffic chaos and accidents, Lahore Traffic Police has rolled out tougher laws to ensure safer roads, the Lahore Traffic Police has applied a set of valiant and strict new traffic laws pointed at enforcing discipline and reducing accidents on the city’s roads. The most significant change? No more challans (fines) for serious traffic violations — instead, violators will now face direct arrest or an FIR (First Information Report) on the spot.
This bold move aims to bring discipline to Lahore’s roads, which have witnessed increasing traffic chaos and deadly accidents.
Why This Step?
According to officials, drivers have become habitual violators, often ignoring challans and continuing to break the law. As a result, many lives are put at risk daily.
To address this, the traffic police is now taking firm and immediate action against major violations. Their updated approach includes:
- Stopping leniency for major offenses
- Taking immediate legal action
- Creating long-term consequences for repeat violators
This policy sends a strong message: Traffic rules are not optional.
Offenses That Now Lead to Arrest or FIR
The following traffic violations in Lahore will now result in immediate arrest or FIR registration:
1 – One-Way Violation
Driving the wrong way is extremely dangerous. So far, 536 people have been arrested for this offense. It not only causes confusion and jams but also leads to fatal accidents.
2 – Overloaded Loader Rickshaws
Rickshaws carrying excessive loads — often blocking the driver’s rearview — are now being strictly stopped. Such loading poses a serious hazard to pedestrians and vehicles alike.
3 – Unregistered Vehicles
Especially targeting two-wheelers attached to carts, the police have begun crackdowns on vehicles that were previously ignored. These unregistered vehicles will now face seizure and legal action.
4 – Underage Driving
In an important shift, parents of underage drivers will also be held legally accountable. Authorities plan to charge them as abettors if their children are caught driving.
5 – Reckless Driving
Speeding, rash lane-cutting, and dangerous overtaking will now immediately trigger legal consequences. Traffic police have clear instructions to arrest reckless drivers on the spot.
Digital Record & Long-Term Impact
One of the key features of this new initiative is the creation of a digital footprint for each violator. Once an FIR is registered:
- The violation turn out to be a enduring part of the law breaker record
- They may be disqualified from applying to government jobs, including police or civil services
This ensures that violations have real and lasting consequences, not just a temporary fine.
Final Word: Drive Safe or Face the Law
The new laws introduced by the Lahore Traffic Police are a firm and thoughtful effort to restore order on the roads and safeguard lives. By shifting from fines to legal action, the authorities are sending a clear message: traffic rules are not to be taken lightly. As GariBaaz reports, it’s no longer just about paying a fine — your future could be at stake.
