General
What is AARTO?
AARTO (the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences) is one of the two fine systems currently in operation in South Africa. While the CPA system (Criminal Procedure Act) treats traffic violations as criminal offences, which can lead to court trials and criminal records, AARTO treats traffic offences as administrative violations rather than criminal offences. It focuses on adjudicating traffic violations administratively, aiming to decriminalize traffic offences and streamline the process.
Is the AARTO system operational throughout South Africa?
At this stage AARTO is only operational in Gauteng, specifically in the municipalities of Johannesburg and Tshwane (Pretoria), but it will be implemented nationwide in time.
What is the purpose of the AARTO system?
How does the demerit point system work?
How can I check my demerit points?
Which offences will result in an AARTO traffic fine?
What is the meaning of an AARTO infringement notice?
Can I check my AARTO traffic fines online?
How can I check my AARTO infringement notice?
What happens if I ignore an AARTO traffic fine?
How do I pay for AARTO fines?
How much does it cost to use Fines SA services to pay my AARTO traffic fine?
Will you alert me to AARTO traffic fines and demerit points?
Can I contest an AARTO infringement notice?
Are any discounts offered for prompt payments on AARTO fines?
What payment methods are available to pay AARTO fines online?
AARTO for Fleets
How does the AARTO system affect fleets?
Unpaid fleet fines can lead to administrative blocks, additional penalties, issues with licence renewals and registrations, and even suspensions. Insurance claims may be repudiated and proxies can face arrest if fines are outstanding for too long and warrants are issued.
Additionally, AARTO includes a demerit point system which can impact fleet operations and, if not managed effectively, can lead to licence suspensions and additional penalties. Fines SA helps monitor and manage these demerit points effectively to ensure companies adhere to regulations.
Sign up here for Fines SA fleet traffic fine management services.
Additionally, AARTO includes a demerit point system which can impact fleet operations and, if not managed effectively, can lead to licence suspensions and additional penalties. Fines SA helps monitor and manage these demerit points effectively to ensure companies adhere to regulations.
Sign up here for Fines SA fleet traffic fine management services.