The main change involves expanding the capabilities for automatic recording of violations. The fundamental rules remain unchanged; the amendments only pertain to the methods of detection.
Changes in the Control System
Now, traffic violations can be automatically recorded using cameras and other technical means, as well as data analysis in government systems. If the system records a violation and can identify the offender, the driver may be held accountable without the need for police involvement. All such systems must be connected to the Unified Register of Administrative Proceedings (ERAP).Cameras will continue to record major violations, such as:
- speeding;
- running a red light;
- violating signs and markings;
- improper stopping or parking;
- failing to yield to pedestrians.
- using a mobile phone while driving;
- not wearing a seatbelt.
- expired technical inspection;
- lack of valid insurance;
- expiration of permit documents.
Responsibility for Violations
If a violation occurs using a vehicle and is recorded automatically, the vehicle owner will be held responsible.However, there are exceptions: the owner may be exempt from liability if it can be proven that another person was driving or if the vehicle was lost due to unlawful actions.
Opinion of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Ministry of Internal Affairs noted that the changes in the CAO are due to the development of technology and the digitalization of processes.Previously, only six types of violations were recorded automatically, while others were identified with police involvement. Now, new technologies will allow for a greater number of violations to be recorded automatically and some to be detected based on data from government information systems.
The agency emphasized that these changes do not introduce new prohibitions — all legal requirements remain the same.
The Ministry also refuted information that appeared in some media outlets stating that cameras would penalize pedestrians. According to them, the systems are intended solely for recording violations related to vehicles. The ministry hopes that the implementation of digital technologies will help improve road safety and expedite the process of identifying violations.
