The Riyadh Metro, a groundbreaking initiative developed by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, has officially begun operations, offering passengers access to its eco-friendly electric trains.
While most stations have seen a smooth launch, authorities have introduced strict penalties to address improper conduct by some individuals. These measures aim to uphold safety, order, and efficiency in the metro system.
Categories of Violations and Penalties
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To ensure smooth operations, the Transport Authority has outlined a framework of penalties for various infractions under railway system regulations:
Misuse of Facilities and Disruptive Behavior
- Severe Infractions: Fines range from SR 20,000 to SR 50,000.
- Moderate Infractions: Fines between SR 5,000 and SR 10,000, increasing to SR 15,000 for repeat violations.
- Minor Infractions: Fines from SR 500 to SR 1,000, rising to SR 5,000 for repeated offences.
Unauthorized Access to Railways
- Severe Cases: Fines between SR 100,000 and SR 200,000, with repeat violations attracting the maximum penalty.
- Moderate Cases: Fines from SR 20,000 to SR 50,000, increasing to SR 100,000 for repeat offences.
- Minor Cases: Fines range from SR 10,000 to SR 15,000, escalating to SR 50,000 for repeated violations.
Trespassing and Damaging Public Property
- Causing Accidents: Penalties between SR 150,000 and SR 200,000, with the highest fine for repeat offences.
- Disrupting or Halting Services: Fines range from SR 80,000 to SR 100,000, increasing to SR 100,000 for subsequent violations.
- Non-Disruptive Damage: Fines from SR 10,000 to SR 75,000, rising to SR 100,000 for repeated actions.
Interference with Operations
- Severe Interference: Penalties between SR 50,000 and SR 100,000, increasing to SR 150,000 for repeat offences.
- Moderate Interference: Fines from SR 10,000 to SR 20,000, rising to SR 50,000 for repeated infractions.
- Minor Interference: Fines between SR 1,000 and SR 5,000, escalating to SR 20,000 for repeat violations.
Unauthorized Modifications or Obstructions
- Severe Cases: Fines from SR 100,000 to SR 150,000, reaching up to SR 200,000 for repeat offences.
- Moderate Cases: Fines ranging from SR 20,000 to SR 50,000, increasing to SR 100,000 for repeated violations.
- Minor Cases: Penalties of SR 5,000 to SR 10,000, rising to SR 50,000 for repeat offences.
Penalties for Deliberate Infrastructure Damage
Deliberate damage to railway systems can incur fines ranging from SR 20,000 to SR 500,000 and may include imprisonment of up to two years. Severe offenses, such as cable theft, infrastructure destruction, or endangering public safety, could result in fines as high as SR 10 million for repeat offenders.
These measures highlight the importance of compliance to ensure the Riyadh Metro serves as a safe and efficient mode of transportation for all.