Al Ain Court Orders Man to Repay Dh22,840 in Traffic Fines
<h3>Al Ain Court Orders Man to Reimburse Dh22,840 in Traffic Fines for Misused Vehicle</h3><p><strong>Al Ain, UAE</strong> – In a recent ruling, the <strong>Civil, Commercial, and Administrative Court in Al Ain</strong> ordered a man to reimburse <strong>Dh22,840</strong> in traffic fines after misusing a vehicle entrusted to him for sale. The case highlights accountability in personal transactions involving vehicles and the legal protections available to car owners in the UAE.</p><h3>Case Background</h3><p>The dispute arose when the car owner entrusted his vehicle to the defendant with the understanding that it would be <strong>sold at a fair price</strong>. Instead, the defendant kept the car for personal use, accumulating numerous traffic violations. Since the vehicle remained registered under the owner’s name, all fines were billed to him, totaling Dh22,840.</p><h3>Owner Seeks Legal Recourse</h3><p>Unable to recover the money directly, the car owner approached the court, providing strong evidence, including:</p><p>Receipts confirming he had cleared the traffic fines.</p><p>Car registration documents proving ownership.</p><p>WhatsApp messages confirming the handover arrangement.</p><p>This evidence established that the defendant had no right to use the car personally and was responsible for the incurred fines.</p><h3>Court Findings</h3><p>The Al Ain court reviewed <strong>documentary evidence, digital messages, witness testimony, and a supplementary oath</strong> taken by the plaintiff—a legal mechanism in the UAE that strengthens civil claims. Based on the evidence, the court concluded that the defendant was liable for the fines.</p><h3>Final Ruling</h3><p>The court ordered the defendant to:</p><p><strong>Repay Dh22,840</strong> in traffic fines.</p><p><strong>Pay 5% annual legal interest</strong> from the date of case filing.</p><p><strong>Cover all court fees and legal expenses</strong>.</p><p>This ruling ensured the car owner was fully compensated for both the fines and additional financial burdens.</p><h3>Legal and Social Implications</h3><p>The judgment underlines key lessons for UAE residents:</p><p><strong>Trust in Transactions:</strong> Informal agreements are risky. Written contracts, ideally notarized, are essential for high-value assets like vehicles.</p><p><strong>Liability for Fines:</strong> Traffic fines in the UAE are linked to the car’s registration. Owners remain legally responsible regardless of who drives.</p><p><strong>Role of Evidence:</strong> Both documents and testimonial evidence—including supplementary oaths—can strengthen legal claims.</p><p><strong>Accountability:</strong> Misuse of entrusted property carries serious financial and legal consequences.</p><h3>Looking Ahead</h3><p>Such cases are not uncommon, as many residents entrust cars to dealers or acquaintances for resale. Legal experts advise drafting formal agreements to <strong>ensure accountability and protect ownership rights</strong>. This case serves as a clear reminder that the UAE legal system provides mechanisms to <strong>safeguard rightful owners</strong> and enforce responsibility.</p>