NTSA Launches New Digital System for Handling Minor Traffic Offences

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced the implementation of a modernized enforcement framework for minor traffic offences under Section 117 of the Traffic Act (Cap. 403), effective June 1, 2026.

NTSA made the announcement in a public notice issued jointly with the Office of the Attorney General, the National Police Service (NPS), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the Judiciary, and other enforcement agencies.

In the notice, NTSA said the move comes after the withdrawal of the earlier notice on the rollout of the Minor Traffic Offences System.

According to the Authority, the agencies reviewed the minor traffic offences and developed internal procedures to guide the new enforcement framework.

NTSA Digital Framework Advantages

NTSA said the framework seeks to enhance road safety for all users, increase compliance with traffic laws, reduce congestion in traffic courts, and promote transparency, accountability, and efficiency in traffic enforcement.

Under the new system, motorists who commit offences listed under the Traffic (Minor Offences) Rules 2016 will no longer be required to appear in court immediately.

Instead, offenders may receive a police notification of a traffic offence.

The offences may be detected during routine enforcement by police officers or electronically through traffic cameras and other digital monitoring systems.

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Notifications Served Through Various Channels

Once enough evidence is gathered, the notification will be issued to the driver or the registered vehicle owner.

NTSA said the notifications may be served through personal delivery by police officers, by affixing the notice to a vehicle, or electronically through SMS, email, or approved digital traffic enforcement platforms.

Motorists have also been urged to ensure their contact details in the NTSA registration system are accurate and updated.

The Authority stated that each notification will contain details including the nature of the offence, the date, time, and location where it occurred, the prescribed penalty, payment instructions, and response timelines.

Motorists Can Dispute Notice In Court

Upon receiving the notice, motorists may either admit liability and pay the prescribed fine within the stipulated period or dispute the allegation in court.

NTSA noted that motorists who choose to pay the fine may settle the matter without appearing in court.

However, courts will still retain the authority to reduce or refund penalties based on mitigating circumstances and may also administer demerit points against a driver’s licence where necessary.

The Authority warned that failure to respond to notices, pay fines or appear in court when required may attract harsher penalties imposed by courts.

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NTSA Assures Public To Protect Their Data

Motorists will also have the right to access evidence supporting alleged offences, including photographs or video recordings.

NTSA further assured the public that all personal data collected under the system will be handled in accordance with the Constitution and the Data Protection Act.

The Authority said a detailed Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document on the minor traffic offences framework is available on the NTSA website.

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