In Kenya, traffic offenses are governed by the Traffic Act (Cap 403) and enforced by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The NTSA is a government agency established to harmonize the operations of key road transport departments and to effectively manage the road transport sub-sector.
Traffic Offences and Corresponding Penalties:
1. Driving without “L” plates on the front and rear (Rule 12(1)(b)) – Kshs 1,000.
2. Driving a PSV vehicle without being the designated driver (Rule 130C(1) and (3)) – Kshs 5,000.
3. Failure by the owner of the vehicle to have seat belts in the motor vehicle (Rule 22A(1) and (2)) – Kshs 1,000 per seat.
4. PSV conductor’s failure to keep seat belts in a clean, dry, and generally wearable condition (Rule 22A(5) and (6)) – Kshs 500.
5. Failure of a vehicle to carry warning signs (lifesavers) (Rule 25) – Kshs 2,000.
6. Failure to fit the prescribed speed governor in PSV and Commercial Vehicles (Rule 41A) – Kshs 10,000.
7. Driving or operating a PSV with tinted windows or windscreen (Rule 54A) – Kshs 2,000.
8. Failure of a PSV to carry functional fire extinguishers and kits (Rule 56(1), (2)) – Kshs 2,000.
9. Driver using a mobile phone while the vehicle is in motion (Rule 59A(1)) – Kshs 2,000.
10. The driver of a motor omnibus or matatu picking or setting down passengers in an unauthorized place (Rule 65(f) and 72) – Kshs 3,000.
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Traffic Offences and Corresponding Penalties:
11. A passenger alighting or boarding any omnibus or matatu at an unauthorized place (Rule 68(1)(x) and 72) – Kshs 1,000.
12. Travelling with part of the body outside a moving vehicle (Rule 80) – Kshs 1,000.
13. Failure of the conductor to refund the fare for the incomplete portion of the journey for which full fare has been paid (Section 101(2)) – Kshs 5,000.
14. Touting (Section 103(1) and (2)) – Kshs 3,000.
15. Failure of a PSV driver or conductor to wear the special badge and uniform (Section 103A(1) and (7)) – Kshs 2,000.
16. Motorcycle rider riding without protective gear (Section 103B(1) and (7)) – Kshs 1,000.
17. Motorcycle passenger riding without protective gear (Section 103B(1) and (7)) – Kshs 1,000.
18. Driving without identification plates or plates not fixed in the prescribed manner (Section 12(1) and 14 Rule 7 of Traffic Rules) – Kshs 10,000.
19. The driver of a PSV who lets an unauthorized person drive (Section 130C (1) and (3)) – Kshs 5,000.
20. Driving a vehicle without a valid inspection certificate inspected (Section 16(2) and 17A(3)) – Kshs 10,000.
Traffic Offences and Corresponding Penalties:
21. Failure to wear a seat belt while the motor vehicle is in motion (Section 22A(3) and (4)) – Kshs 500.
22. Driving without a valid driving license endorsement in respect of the class of vehicle (Section 30(1) and (7)) – Kshs 7,000.
23. Failure to renew a driving license (Section 30(4) and 41) – Kshs 1,000.
24. Driving a PSV while unqualified (Section 33(c) and 41) – Kshs 7,000.
25. Failing to carry and produce a driving license on demand (Section 36(1) and (3)) – Kshs 1,000.
26. Exceeding speed limit prescribed for the class of vehicle (Section 42(1)):
– By 6-10kph – Kshs 3,000
– By 11-15kph – Kshs 6,000
-16-20kph – Kshs 10,000
– By 1-5 kph – Kshs 500.
27. Driving on or through pavement or a pedestrian walkway (Section 45A(1) and (2)) – Kshs 5,000.
28. Failure of a driver to obey any directions given by a police officer in uniform (Section 52(1)(a) and (2)) – Kshs 3,000.
29. Failure of a driver to conform to the indications given by any traffic sign (Section 52(1)(b) and (2)) – Kshs 3,000.
30. Failure of a driver to stop when required to do so by a police officer in uniform (Section 52(1)(c) and (2)) – Kshs 5,000.
31. Causing obstruction by allowing a vehicle to remain in any position on the road (Section 53(1) and 67) – Kshs 10,000.
How to Book for Inspection NTSA
Access the eCitizen Portal:
- Go to the eCitizen website.
Log in to Your Account:
- Log in with your eCitizen credentials (ID number, email address, or mobile number, and password).
- If you don’t have an account, register by following the sign-up process.
Navigate to NTSA Services:
- Once logged in, find and click on the “NTSA” tab or icon among the listed services.
Select “Vehicle Inspection”:
- After accessing the NTSA section, look for the “Vehicle Inspection” option.
Choose the Vehicle:
- Select the vehicle you want to book for inspection from your registered vehicles.
Select an Inspection Center:
- Choose the inspection center where you would like the inspection to be done.
- Pick a convenient date and time from the available slots.
Make Payment:
- Proceed to the payment section to pay the inspection fee.
- Payment can typically be made via M-Pesa, bank transfer, or other available methods on the eCitizen platform.
Receive Confirmation:
- After payment, you will receive a confirmation of your booking. This might be in the form of a downloadable receipt or an email notification.
Present Your Vehicle for Inspection:
- On the scheduled date, take your vehicle to the chosen inspection center with the necessary documents (e.g., logbook, insurance, and the booking confirmation).