LNP Issues Nearly 5,000 Traffic Tickets in May; Over LD$5M in Fines Collected

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

The Liberia National Police (LNP) has released new statistics highlighting a significant spike in traffic enforcement activities for the month of May 2025. According to the latest report from the LNP’s Ticketing Unit, a total of 4,900 traffic tickets were issued nationwide as part of a robust operation to enhance road safety and reduce lawlessness on Liberia’s roads. Of the total number of citations issued, 2,455 were paid within the legally mandated time frame, generating LD$5,067,200 and US$33,562 in fines. The collected amounts have since been deposited into the government’s consolidated account, contributing to the country’s revenue base.

The LNP’s efforts in May are part of an ongoing national road safety campaign aimed at addressing the surge in reckless driving, illegal parking, unlicensed vehicle operation, and other violations that compromise public safety. “Road safety is not solely the responsibility of the police—it is a shared duty that requires full public cooperation,” said the Liberia National Police in a public statement released Monday. “We commend those citizens who complied with traffic regulations and settled their fines responsibly. We also urge all road users to help maintain order, prevent accidents, and save lives.” The police stressed that traffic enforcement is not just about revenue generation, but a critical part of their mandate to ensure safe and orderly movement of people and goods throughout the country. The LNP noted that the majority of tickets issued in May were for offenses such as driving without a license, operating unregistered vehicles, failure to wear seatbelts, illegal overtaking, and unauthorized stopping or parking in restricted areas.

In addition to issuing citations, the LNP also reported that dozens of vehicles were temporarily impounded due to repeated violations or non-compliance with safety standards. Vehicle owners were required to settle all outstanding fines and present proper documentation before their vehicles were released. “We are intensifying both mobile and fixed-point enforcement operations in key urban and rural areas,” said the head of the LNP Traffic Division. “This includes spot checks, sobriety tests, and routine monitoring during peak traffic hours. No one is above the law, and our officers have been instructed to act professionally, but firmly.” In its statement, the LNP encouraged motorists to check their traffic violation status via official LNP platforms and avoid further penalties by promptly resolving outstanding tickets. Plans are also underway to digitize the citation system to improve transparency and allow real-time monitoring of violations. The Liberia National Police concluded by warning habitual violators that stricter penalties—including higher fines and potential court action—will be enforced in the coming months if non-compliance continues.