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Singapore Police Force
- What Are Some Common Traffic Offences?
- Road Traffic Offences vs Vehicle-Related Offences
- How Can I Check If I Have Been Charged with A Traffic Offence?
- What Happens If I Have Been Charged with A Traffic Offence?
- Can I Get A Traffic Offence Charge withdrawn?
- How Do I Appeal Against The Charge?
- What Are The Penalties For A Traffic Offence?
- Can My Driving Licence Be Suspended Or Revoked?
- Will My Conviction Leave A Criminal Record?
Road traffic offences in Singapore are governed by the Road Traffic Act (RTA). The RTA also regulates road traffic, the use of vehicles, and the users of roads in Singapore. Common road traffic offences in Singapore include:
It is important to note that road traffic offences under the RTA are differentfrom vehicle-related offences that are governed by the Land Transport Authority (LTA). LTA’s offences are focused on managing road usage, while offences governed under the RTA focus on unsafe driving and ensuring drivers practice safe driving habits. Common vehicle-relate...
You can check the details of a traffic offence using the Electronic Driver Data Information & Enquiry System (EDDIES). Do note that EDDIES only reflects records of outstanding traffic notice of offences that have been issued by the Traffic Police. If you are being investigated for a traffic offence but have not been charged with a traffic offence, ...
Will I need to hire a lawyer?
If the offence is minor and there is an offer of composition, there is no need to hire a lawyer. You can pay the composition stated on the notice without going to court. However, if the offence is serious, you may either choose to claim trial to contest the charge, or not contest the charge and plead guiltyto the offence in question. You may wish to hire a lawyerto represent you in the matter and provide the relevant legal advice about the consequences, should you wish to plead guilty or clai...
If you have in fact committed the road traffic offence that you have been charged with, it is not possible to have the charge withdrawn. However, you may wish to make an appeal against the charge (see below).
If you wish to appeal against your charge, you may make an appeal online through the Traffic e-Appeals Portal. Do note that appeals will only be considered for medical emergencies and must be supported by relevant documentary proof, such as a doctor’s letter or medical report. You will also need to provide the report reference number and a valid em...
In general, persons who are convicted of traffic offences are liable to a fine and/or a term of imprisonment, depending on the seriousness of the offence and if there are any circumstances (personal or in relation to the commission of the offence) that warrant a reduction in the sentence. The table below summarises the penalties under the RTA for s...
Your driving licence may be suspended or revoked if you have accumulated the requisite amount of demerit points under the Driver Improvement Points System (DIPS). Demerit points are given from a list of scheduled offencesunder the Road Traffic (DIPS) Rules.
Almost all road traffic offences under the RTA are deemed to be non-registrable offences. This means that if you have been convicted of a road traffic offence, they will most likely not leave a criminal record.
The Driver Improvement Points System (DIPS) is a demerit point regime for valid Singapore Driving Licence holders. It is designed to identify and rehabilitate errant drivers through a system of rewards and punishments.
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