A series of legislative amendments regulating road traffic violations has entered into force across Georgia starting today, introducing higher fines, stricter penalties, and new prohibitive road signs.
Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia says the changes come in response to persistent road safety challenges, despite recent progress. Authorities point to a significant rise in the number of vehicles and increased mobility as key factors contributing to ongoing risks on the country’s roads.
Official statistics highlight the scale of the problem: in 2025 alone, road traffic accidents claimed 469 lives and left 8,191 people injured nationwide. The government says the tightening of sanctions follows a comprehensive analysis of accident causes and the high fatality rate.
Under the new regulations, penalties have been increased for a range of common violations:
Fines for improper maneuvering on the road have risen to 100 GEL, along with a 20-point deduction from a driver’s license. Speeding penalties have also been raised, with fines now ranging from 50 to 100 GEL for exceeding the speed limit by more than 15 km/h but no more than 40 km/h.
Failure to wear a seatbelt—by either drivers or passengers—will now result in a 50 GEL fine and a deduction of 10 points from the driver’s license. The same fine applies to drivers caught using a mobile phone while operating a vehicle.
Stricter parking and stopping regulations have been introduced in major cities, including Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Batumi, Rustavi, and others, where violations now carry fines of up to 50 GEL.
Newly defined offenses include stopping or parking a vehicle on sidewalks or pedestrian crossings. This violation will result in a 100 GEL fine in major cities and resort areas, and 10 GEL in other municipalities. Driving on sidewalks carries a 200 GEL fine and a 30-point deduction.
Authorities have also introduced tougher penalties for dangerous driving behavior. Drifting that results in minor injury or property damage will lead to a 500 GEL fine and suspension of driving privileges for six months. Repeat violations that create hazardous situations or traffic congestion will result in a 300 GEL fine and a 30-point deduction.
In addition, trucks in the N2 and N3 categories will face a 500 GEL fine for driving on public roads in Tbilisi if their destination is not within the capital.
A new road sign—“No stopping at fire hydrant”—has also been introduced. Violators face a 200 GEL fine, and their vehicle may be towed to a secured impound lot.
Changes have also been made to regulations governing “BUS LANE” usage. Unauthorized driving in bus lanes will still incur a 100 GEL fine, but now also includes a 15-point deduction. Repeat violations will result in a 150 GEL fine and a 30-point deduction. Driving, stopping, or parking in bus lanes arranged against the direction of traffic will lead to a 200 GEL fine and a 20-point deduction, increasing to 300 GEL and 30 points for repeat offenses.
The Ministry says the reforms aim to reduce traffic accidents, improve discipline on the roads, and ultimately save lives.
