Alberta increases fines for traffic violations

 

 

The Alberta government has issued an order imposing heavy fines for traffic violations, including reckless driving. As part of an effort to improve road safety, the new reform, which came into effect on March 13, has increased fines for offenses such as speeding, dangerous driving and racing by up to 50 per cent. The fine for reckless driving, which was previously $567, will now increase to $852. This is the first such increase since 2015, government sources said.

There is a 30 per cent increase in fines for distracted driving, such as using a mobile phone while driving. With this, the minimum fine for such offenses has increased from $300 to $390. Despite the increase in fines, demerit points are currently unchanged. However, insurance experts warn that these violations will lead to an increase in insurance premiums and the impact will continue for up to three years. This measure is aimed at tightening road safety in the face of increasing accidents against pedestrians.