Persons who fail to address outstanding speeding tickets will be arrested – GPF

See full statement from the Guyana Police Force:

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has announced that it is moving to the courts for them to issue summons and arrest warrants for individuals who have failed to pay outstanding speeding tickets or failed to attend court. This follows the successful implementation of the Automated Speed Ticketing System, launched earlier this year under the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS) Project, in partnership with the National Data Management Authority (NDMA).

President Ali recently stated that he was briefed by the Guyana Police Force Traffic Team and expects that within the next 48 hours, widespread charges will begin, including the exploration of possible suspension of licenses.

Since its launch, the system has generated thousands of speeding tickets which resulted in a significant reduction in speeding violations across major roadways. The technology uses radar speed sensors and high-definition cameras connected to a secure, cloud-based platform to automatically detect and ticket vehicles exceeding the legal speed limit.

Motorists are encouraged to check whether they have any outstanding tickets by visiting the online portal at https://speed.gpf.gov.gy and ensuring that their information is up Immediate payment of tickets will avoid any legal proceedings.

Offenders who fail to settle their fines promptly will face legal proceedings, and an arrest warrant can be issued for their failure to address the unpaid ticket. A warrant is a legal order issued by the court authorizing the arrest of a person who has failed to appear. Failure to comply after a warrant is issued can result in further legal penalties.

Traffic Chief, Senior Superintendent Mahendra Singh, emphasised the importance of compliance, stating, “The Automated Speed Ticketing System has proven its effectiveness in reducing dangerous driving. However, enforcement must go hand in hand .We urge all motorists to pay your fines, obey the law, and help us make the roads safer for everyone.”

He added, “The system is fair, accurate, and fully automated. There is no manual interference, no bias, and no excuses. Every driver is treated equally under this technology. Our focus is not punishment, but prevention. The fewer people we have speeding, the fewer lives we lose.”

The Automated Speed Ticketing System allows for full transparency and accountability. Offenders can conveniently pay their fines via the MMG platform, either through the app or via MMG agents.

Speeding remains one of the primary causes of traffic fatalities in Guyana. Between January 1 and June 14, 2025, the country recorded 54 fatal road accidents—an increase of 17% compared to 46 during the same period in 2024. These accidents resulted in 58 deaths, with speeding as the leading cause, accounting for 48 of the 54 fatal accidents in 2025.

As the country continues to expand its road network, the GPF remains committed to using technology and data-driven enforcement to improve compliance and protect lives. Motorists are again urged to drive responsibly and adhere to posted speed limits. The GPF’s continued message is simple: “Slow down, save lives.”

Below is the list of top offenders who will face court action if they fail to immediately pay all outstanding tickets.