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Six Individuals Arrested Following Three-Day Island-Wide Night Enforcement Blitz Against Errant Motorists

Six individuals, aged between 19 and 58, were arrested following a three-day island-wide night enforcement blitz conducted by the Traffic Police (TP) against errant motorists between 27 and 29 November 2025. 

During the enforcement blitz, a total of 74 vehicles were stopped for checks. Five motorists were arrested driving under the influence of alcohol, while one individual was arrested for driving without a valid driving licence. 18 summonses were issued for various traffic offences, including speeding and using a mobile device while driving. The enforcement operations also revealed eight violations under the Land Transport Authority (LTA). 

Please refer to Annex A for the penalties of these offences.

All motorists are reminded to comply with Singapore’s traffic laws. The TP takes a zero-tolerance stance against road users who flout these laws and endanger the safety of others. Offenders will face the full force of the law. With the year-end festive season around the corner, the TP will continue with our enforcement efforts ensure road safety.


Annex A

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol
The offence of driving while under the influence of alcohol under Section 67(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 carries a fine ranging from $2,000 to $10,000, or imprisonment for a term of up to 12 months, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction, the offence carries a fine ranging from $5,000 to $20,000, and a mandatory jail term of up to two years. Offenders may also face disqualification from driving all classes of vehicles.

Driving without a Valid Driving Licence
The offence of driving without a valid driving licence under Section 35(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 carries a fine of up to $10,000, or imprisonment for a term of up to three years, or both. Repeat offenders are liable to a fine of up to $20,000, imprisonment for a term of up to six years, or both. The vehicle may also be forfeited.

Speeding
The offence of speeding under Section 63(4) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 carries a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment for a term of up to three months, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction, motorists are liable to a fine of up to $2,000, a jail term of up to six months, or both. The offenders also may face disqualification from driving all classes of vehicles.

Using a Mobile Communication Device While Driving
The offence of using a mobile communication device while driving under Section 65B(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 carries a fine of up to $1,000, or an imprisonment for a term of up to six months, or both. Repeat offenders are liable to a fine of up to $2,000, an imprisonment for a term of up to 12 months, or both.


Annex B


Photos of the enforcement operations

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PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
08 December 2025 @ 8:48 PM