Turkey traffic enforcement issues heavy fines for violations

Turkish law enforcement has issued significant administrative fines following recent traffic inspections in Bolu and Bursa.

In Bolu, a tow truck driver was caught using a license plate belonging to another vehicle. Following a detailed inspection by police near the D-100 highway, the driver received a fine of 186,000 TL, had their driver's license confiscated for one month, and the vehicle was impounded.

In Bursa, a motorcyclist was intercepted during alcohol inspections in the Osmangazi district. The driver, who attempted to flee by driving in the wrong direction, tested at 1.02 promille. The individual was issued total fines of 235,000 TL across three different violations, and their driver's license was revoked.