By Emmanuel Bamfo 
The Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has issued key clarifications on vehicle regulations under the Road Traffic Regulations. This warning comes just days before full nationwide implementation of the automated enforcement system, TRAFFITECH-GH, hits Ghanaian roads.
ACP Alexander Kwaku Obeng, Director of Education, Research, and Training at the MTTD, explained that technology will now track everyday road violations without requiring physical officers on site. Automated cameras and portable digital handheld devices will capture non-compliant vehicles, triggering automated fine notices directly to car owners via mobile SMS.
Under Regulation 92, the police clarified that front windscreens must remain completely transparent without any tinting film. Side windows must allow at least 70 percent of light to pass through so anyone standing 60 metres away can clearly view vehicle occupants.
ACP Obeng highlighted the fundamental rule of “see and be seen” as crucial for crime prevention and highway safety. Only authorized security personnel and specific emergency service vehicles carry legal exemptions from window tint limits.
The MTTD also alerted drivers regarding strict vehicle maintenance regulations, warning that driving on worn-out or expired rubber damages road safety standards. Police officers are urging vehicle owners to inspect manufacturing dates stamped on sidewalls before hitting highway routes.
In addition, parking or conducting mechanical repairs on main carriageways remains strictly prohibited. Drivers who break down must set up mandatory reflective warning triangles immediately to avoid heavy penalties and unwanted camera logs.
The new digital system records traffic violations automatically and routes evidence through a centralized police review station. Once verified, the database sends an Electronic Notice of Violation directly to the registered vehicle owner’s contact number.
The SMS notification includes the specific traffic offence, time, exact location, and mandatory fine details. Motorists will have a specified timeframe to settle fines through digital payment channels or contest charges in court.
Ghanaian motorists should double-check their vehicle condition before digital monitoring goes live across major urban roads. Inspecting tyres, stripping unauthorized dark window films, and parking responsibly will save drivers unnecessary fines.
Obeying simple road rules protects lives while creating a civilized driving environment for everyone. Taking quick action today ensures you stay fully compliant as police cameras begin full operations.
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Source: Ghana News Page