Police in Ajman have pulled up a motorist who racked up more than AED 247,000 in traffic fines.
The woman committed as many as 414 offences, at an average of four violations per week over a three-year period.
Most of the offences were linked to speeding. Her car has now been confiscated.
Officials said the 30-year-old Arab national will have to pay the full amount, failing which the vehicle will be auctioned off.
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