Impoundment and a 900 riyal fine for driving deceased persons' vehicles without authorization

Public Security has proposed an amendment to Article 68 of the Traffic Law, imposing a fine of up to 900 riyals and impounding an inherited vehicle when driven without authorization, to ensure safety and rectify its legal status.
Public Security has also approved adding a new violation to the schedule of violations attached to the Traffic Law, targeting the driving of vehicles belonging to deceased individuals without official authorization to drive them.

And she revealed Systemic amendments Regarding imposing a financial penalty of no less than “500” riyals and no more than “900” riyals for those who commit this violation, within Schedule No. Four.
The explanatory memorandum confirmed the amendment of paragraph four of Article 68 to include the immediate impounding of the violating vehicle until the violation is rectified and its legal status is corrected. Public Security clarified that this strategic amendment aims to incentivize the heirs of the deceased or their legal representative to expedite the correction of vehicle statuses, thus preventing evasion of regulations Accident liability Traffic violations.
He pointed out that the strict procedure ensures the complete preservation of public safety for road users, and categorically prevents the use of those vehicles in any activities that disrupt public security.
The amendments indicated that this regulatory step came based on the recommendations of the working group formed under the direction of the Minister of Interior via telegram No. “296649”, to address the procedural gaps in collecting traffic violations.
The memorandum drew attention to the fact that this legislation is based on Article 22 of the Cabinet System, which grants ministers the right to propose draft regulations and bylaws related to the work of their ministries.

The decision addressed the functional and economic impact of clarifying responsibilities and reducing the burden on government agencies, while ensuring that inherited vehicles undergo periodic inspections and have mandatory insurance.
The legislation further stated that ensuring the continued and legal use of vehicles will prevent their neglect and abandonment on the streets, directly reducing visual and urban blight.
The memorandum concluded by reviewing similar international practices that confirm the effectiveness of the decision, such as the requirement to transfer ownership within 60 days in the Sultanate of Oman, and the cancellation of deceased individuals' vehicle registrations in the United Kingdom until insurance is renewed and taxes are paid.