Police across the UAE have recorded 3,802 violations related to a critical road safety regulation concerning children’s seating arrangements in vehicles, according to the Ministry of Interior statistics. The violations were identified in cases where individuals allowed children aged 10 or younger, or those shorter than 145cm, to sit in the front seat of the vehicles. Sharjah reported the highest number of violations, with 2,600 cases, followed by Ajman with 896, Abu Dhabi with 161, and Dubai with 118. Fujairah recorded 14 violations, Ras Al Khaimah had seven, and Umm Al Quwain six. This initiative is part of a broader crackdown on road safety, aimed at protecting young passengers. The law mandates that children must sit in the rear seats unless they meet specific height or age criteria. Violating this regulation can result in fines. Authorities have emphasised the importance of child safety in vehicles. Sitting in the front seat exposes young passengers to greater risks, especially in the event of a crash.