2023 traffic fines guide
With the arrival of 2023, traffic fines in Turkey have been increased by 122.93% under the revaluation rate. The updated list of traffic fines for 2023 has been released, with significant increases in fines compared to 2022. For instance, the fine for running a red light, which was 427 TL in 2022, will be increased to 951 TL in 2023. Here is the updated list of 2023 traffic fines:
Traffic Offence 2022 Fine 2023 Fine
Running a red light 427 TL 951 TL
Exceeding the speed limit by 10% to 30% 427 TL 951 TL
Exceeding the speed limit by 30% to 50% 888 TL 1979 TL
Exceeding the speed limit by more than 50% 1823 TL 4064 TL
Driving under the influence of alcohol (first offence) 1823 TL 4064 TL
Driving under the influence of alcohol (second offence) 2286 TL 5096 TL
Parking in a spot reserved for the disabled 392 TL 873 TL
Not wearing a seatbelt 196 TL 436 TL
Using a mobile phone while driving 427 TL 951 TL
Refusing to take a breathalyzer test 3836 TL 8551 TL
Driving without an inspection 427 TL 951 TL
Illegal overtaking 427 TL 951 TL
Not obeying lane discipline and changing lanes improperly 288 TL 642 TL
Using a siren or flashing lights 1823 TL 4064 TL
Driving without a license 3674 TL 8190 TL
Drifting 9125 TL 20342 TL
Driving under the influence of drugs 9410 TL 20977 TL
Using license plates that do not meet regulations 750 TL 1671 TL
Driving without license plates 2312 TL 5154 TL
Using fake license plates 9107 TL 20302 TL
Violating the emergency lane 1823 TL 4064 TL
Driving without insurance 196 TL 436 TL
Not maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles 196 TL 436 TL
Making changes to the license plate that make it unreadable 750 TL 1671 TL
In addition, those who do not give priority to pedestrians at pedestrian crossings, school crossings, and intersection entrances and exits will be fined 888 TL. Pedestrians who violate traffic rules, and motorcyclists who do not wear helmets or goggles, and those who litter from vehicles will also be fined 196 TL in 2023.