A representative of the Traffic Police Department (C08) under the Ministry of Public Security reported on April 1 that while the number of traffic violations dropped by one-third after three months of implementing Decree 168, there are growing signs of public disregard for the law.

According to the department, from January 1 to March 31, traffic police nationwide detected and handled 728,818 cases of road traffic violations - 341,519 fewer than during the same period last year.

Among them, 149,931 violations involved alcohol levels, down by 130,340 cases year-over-year. Speeding violations numbered 168,598, a decrease of 92,213. Red-light violations also dropped significantly, with 9,131 cases - a 36.6% decline.

The past three months also saw a marked improvement in traffic accident statistics, with reductions in all three key metrics: number of accidents, fatalities, and injuries. Across the country, 4,440 road traffic accidents were reported, resulting in 2,446 deaths and 3,026 injuries. Compared to the same period in 2024, this reflects a drop of 1,821 accidents, 245 fewer deaths, and 1,864 fewer injuries.

The traffic police representative added that despite these positive indicators, signs of “law fatigue” are emerging. A segment of road users appears increasingly defiant, disregarding traffic laws despite the harsher penalties imposed by Decree 168.

“To address this and build a habit of voluntarily complying with traffic regulations, we will intensify patrols and strictly enforce six key violations that are the primary causes of traffic accidents,” the official said.

The representative also emphasized that enforcement will follow the principle of “no forbidden zones, no exceptions,” aiming to establish a modern, civilized, and safe traffic culture. Additionally, traffic police will continue to operate and manage traffic signal systems to help maintain order and prevent congestion.

Dinh Hieu