MPs Demand Suspension Of ZRP Smart Traffic Fines Until System Problems Are Fixed

ZRP Smart Traffic Fines Under Fire As MPs Raise Concerns Over Technical Problems

Members of Parliament have called for the suspension of fines issued through Zimbabwe’s new ZRP Smart Traffic Management System until all technical problems are resolved. The MPs fear that motorists could be forced to pay penalties for offences they did not commit because of errors in the system.

One of the major concerns involves vehicles that have been sold but are still registered under their previous owners. This could result in fines being sent to people who no longer own or drive the vehicles.

MPs Raise Concerns Over ZRP Smart Traffic Fines

DailyNews reports that the Parliamentary Committee on Home Affairs has raised concerns about the potential impact of the system’s technical shortcomings on motorists.

The committee intends to engage the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) to seek clarification and establish how the reported problems will be addressed.

The vehicle ownership issue is particularly concerning because changes in ownership are not always immediately reflected in official records. Consequently, the previous owner could receive a fine for an offence committed by someone else.

MPs Want Traffic Fines Suspended Until Problems Are Resolved

The legislators maintain that traffic regulations must be enforced to promote road safety and discipline among motorists.

However, they argue that drivers should not be penalised for administrative or technical failures beyond their control.

They are therefore calling for the suspension of Smart Traffic Management System fines until the outstanding problems have been addressed.

The proposed suspension would give authorities an opportunity to resolve the concerns and restore motorists’ confidence in the system.

For now, the Parliamentary Committee on Home Affairs is expected to engage the police over the matter. The outcome of those discussions could determine whether the controversial fines are temporarily suspended.

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