Traffic law violations to trigger automatic cases, DMP warns drivers 

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has begun issuing automated cases against traffic law violators on the capital's roads, in a move aimed at improving traffic management and modernising enforcement. Vehicle owners and drivers have been cautioned through a public notice.

In a statement signed today (3 May) by DMP's acting commissioner, Md Sarwar, the force said it is collecting evidence of traffic violations using CCTV cameras and video footage from various roads across Dhaka city.

Based on this data, e-traffic prosecution software is being used to automatically send notices to the registered addresses of vehicle owners or drivers.

After receiving the notice, offenders are required to appear at DMP headquarters or the relevant traffic division and settle the case by paying fines through bank or mobile banking channels under the Road Transport Act, 2018. Failure to respond within the stipulated time may lead to further legal action, including issuance of summons or arrest warrants, the notice warned.

The DMP also cautioned the public against any unauthorised financial transactions or sharing of personal information in connection with these cases, urging citizens to report suspected fraud to nearby police stations or traffic offices immediately.

According to the statement, advanced CCTV systems and artificial intelligence-based software have been installed at key intersections and major roads in the city. 

These technologies are being used to detect violations such as running red lights, crossing stop lines, wrong-way driving, illegal parking, unauthorised passenger pickup and drop-off, and blocking of designated lanes. The DMP has sought public cooperation for the successful implementation of the system.