RTSA records 1,641 convictions in the first quarter of 2019

THE Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) has secured 1,641 convictions in the Fast Track Court on Traffic offences in the first quarter of 2019.
And the agency says it recorded a total of 456 convictions in March 2019, indicating a decrease in traffic violations from February were 517 convictions were recorded.
RTSA Public Relations Manager Mukela Mangolwa said the highest convictions were for Expired Road Tax with 365 convictions, Expired Test Certificate with 301 convictions, Expired/Uninsured Motor Vehicle with 175 convictions, Dangerous Driving with 153 convictions and Use of a Mobile Phone while Driving with 104 convictions.
Mangolwa said other offences were, Unlicensed Driver 103 convictions, Unregistered Motor Vehicle 93 convictions, Obstruction of the Roadway by Motor Vehicle 65 convictions, Expired Certificate of Fitness 48 convictions, Careless Driving 23 convictions, Expired Identity 27 convictions and Driving a Motor Vehicle in a Dangerous Condition 39 convictions.
He said other motorists were found with multiple counts.
Mangolwa further disclosed that dangerous driving and driving a Motor Vehicle in a dangerous condition continue to be major contributors of road traffic accidents in the country.
He assured members of the public that the agency will sustain its traffic law enforcement programmes countrywide in order to ensure total compliance among motorist and provide safety to all road users.

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