Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar)
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: No. (83) of 2022
- Issued Date: 16 Aug 2022
- Effective Date: [The legislation does not specify]
- Official Gazette: No. 734
- Sector: Industry and Technical Standardisation
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 34
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: [The legislation does not specify]
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution regulates the technical requirements for vehicle speed measuring devices (radar) used in the United Arab Emirates. Its purpose is to ensure the compliance and accuracy of these devices to protect the rights of road users and enforce speed limits. The Resolution imposes obligations on suppliers to obtain conformity certificates, and on traffic departments to confirm the devices meet metrological requirements before use. It also establishes responsibilities for various government authorities in implementing and enforcing the regulations. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 1-4) The Resolution is significant for businesses and individuals in the UAE as it sets clear technical standards and conformity assessment procedures for speed radar devices. This helps ensure the reliability of speed enforcement and promotes road safety. Failure to comply with the requirements can result in penalties, making it important for suppliers and users to understand and follow the regulations. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 1-4)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to regulate the technical requirements for ultra-short wave Doppler radar devices, laser-based radar devices, and any other modern global technology used for measuring vehicle speed on roads in the UAE. The Resolution aims to: 1) ensure compliance of new vehicle speed measuring devices with its requirements and within the permissible measurement errors; and 2) improve the quality and accuracy of these devices to protect the rights of road users in accordance with international standards. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 2-3)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- State: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Ministry: Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology
- Competent Authorities: Federal and local government authorities in the UAE
- Authorised Agency: Any governmental or private entity officially authorised by the Ministry
- Owner: Police departments with authority to install, operate and use radar devices
- National Institute of Metrology: Authority authorised to maintain national measurement standards
- Laboratory: Entity that tests and calibrates vehicle speed measuring devices
- Calibration: Processes to define the efficiency and accuracy of measuring devices
- Conformity Assessment: Activities to confirm a product meets technical requirements
- Product: Radar device to measure vehicle speed for enforcement
- Supplier: Anyone whose activity impacts the product characteristics
- Type Approval: Certification that a measuring device type meets legal requirements
- Conformity Certificate: Certificate confirming a product's conformity to standards
(Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The key obligations under this Resolution are: 1. The Ministry is responsible for registering products, granting conformity certificates, and appointing conformity assessment authorities. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4) 2. Suppliers must obtain a conformity certificate for the product before placing it on the market or supplying it to owners. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4) 3. Traffic departments must ensure the product has a conformity certificate and meets metrological confirmation requirements before putting it into use. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4) 4. The product must include specific information on its card, such as manufacturer, serial number, and accessories. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 5) 5. The product must be able to withstand the UAE's climatic conditions, and its type approval and conformity assessment must include evidence of passing relevant tests. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 6)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Resolution does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements for individuals or companies. However, it does require: 1. Suppliers to obtain a conformity certificate for the product before placing it on the market or supplying it to owners. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4) 2. The Ministry or an authorised entity to provide the necessary tools for confirmation and calibration of the products, using reference standards traceable to national or international standards. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 8) 3. Traffic departments to ensure the product has a valid conformity certificate and meets metrological confirmation requirements before putting it into use. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The Resolution does not explicitly specify any rights or protections granted to individuals or businesses. However, the overall purpose of the law is to improve the quality and accuracy of vehicle speed measuring devices to protect the rights of road users in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 2)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authorities and bodies responsible for enforcement under this Resolution are: 1. The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, which is responsible for receiving and studying requests for product registration, granting conformity certificates, and appointing conformity assessment authorities. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4) 2. The National Institute of Metrology, which is authorised to maintain the national measurement standards in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 1) 3. Traffic departments in police departments, which are responsible for ensuring products have a conformity certificate and meet metrological confirmation requirements before being put into use. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 4) 4. Authorised agencies, which are any governmental or private entities officially authorised by the Ministry to carry out its tasks and powers under this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Art. 1)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The Resolution does not specify any penalties for non-compliance.
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Resolution does not specify any fees, charges, or financial provisions.
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Resolution does not provide any exemptions or exceptions.
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The Resolution does not specify any dispute resolution mechanisms.
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Resolution does not specify any deadlines or time limits.
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
The Resolution references the following related UAE legislation: 1. Federal Law No. (1) of 1972 concerning the Competences of Ministries and the Powers of Ministers, as amended. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Preamble) 2. Federal Law No. (21) of 1999 concerning Traffic, as amended. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Preamble) 3. Federal Law No. (10) of 2018 concerning Product Safety, as amended. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Preamble) 4. Federal Law by Decree No. (20) of 2020 concerning Specifications and Standards. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Preamble) 5. Cabinet Resolution No. (35) of 2015 concerning the UAE Law for the Control of Conformity Assessment Authorities. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Preamble) 6. Cabinet Resolution No. (64) of 2022 concerning the National Measurement Law. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Preamble)
When did this law come into effect?
The Resolution does not specify an effective date. It was issued on 16 August 2022 and published in Official Gazette No. 734 on 30 August 2022. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar), 2022, Issued Date and Official Gazette Date)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar) for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.