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the best approach to dealing with the
situation is critical in SA.
Arrive Alive editor Johan Jonck said: "It is
important that road users reduce the anger
caused by delays as a result of roadblocks
through a better understanding of why they
are necessary. Roadblocks should not be
seen as merely a fine collection or a money­
generating exercise, but as something that is
important for the safety of all road users."
Two types of roadblocks
There are two different types of roadblocks in
SA: Informal roadblocks are set up at
random, often on major roadways or at the
end of an off­ramp, while the K78, a
provincially or nationally­approved roadblock,
is an official roadblock where police officers
can legally search vehicles and even conduct
full body searches if required.
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Jonck continues: "Crime is a significant threat to the safety of road users ­ not only the reckless
and lawless driving by motorists ­ but also when vehicles are used in the process of committing
crimes. Effective roadblocks are the best way to arrest some of the drug traffickers and also stop
unlicensed drivers and non­licensed vehicles."

Imperial Auto and Arrive Alive share important tips on dealing with roadblocks in South Africa.

8 things you should know when dealing with a roadblock in SA:

1. Follow the directions of traffic officers

When approaching a roadblock, follow the police instructions or signals. Pull over and present
your driver’s licence or ID book if requested. Remember to be respectful when addressing or
responding to the officers on duty – while this may be an inconvenience for you, it’s their job to
ask these questions in order to ensure yours and other road users’ safety.
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2. You have the right to verify the roadblock

You have the right to verify the authenticity of the roadblock. You are entitled to request to see the
written authorisation certificate signed by the National or Provincial Police Commissioner.
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3. Know what police can and cannot arrest you for

You can only be arrested in certain instances. For example, if you resist a breathalyser test, the
police have the right to detain you and have your blood tested or if your blood alcohol level is
found to be over the legal limit of 0.05g per 100ml.

Police can also arrest you at a roadblock for unpaid fines but only if a warrant has been issued
against you for those specific fines and the officers can present you with a valid copy of the
document.

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4. If your car is unroadworthy you can be stopped from driving it further

If your vehicle is deemed unroadworthy, you may be stopped from driving it any further. Officers
can legally prevent you from continuing to use your car if it is not roadworthy, simply because the
vehicle is a risk to you and other road users. In some cases, motorists will be allowed to drive the
car to their destination if it is a short distance.

5. Gather as much evidence as you can

If you believe traffic officers are violating your rights or abusing their authority, gather as much
evidence as you can. You have the right to know and write down both the officer's badge number
and the vehicle number (found on the side of their patrol car/bakkie). Phone 10111 to report the
incident and make sure you identify the officer(s). Throughout the process remain calm and act
lawfully to protect yourself.

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6. Uniformed officers have the right to stop any vehicle

An officer in uniform has the right to stop any motorist. Reasons may vary from routine checks, a
traffic offence or to investigate possible stolen vehicles or suspicious drivers. Arrive Alive said:
"The officer may thoroughly check your vehicle ­ inside and out ­ and may request personal
information of all passenger."

You have the right to verify the authenticity of the officer by requesting that they identify
themselves (i.e badge number).

7. You have the right to film the police in SA

Filming events at a roadblock is not illegal and this is a great way of gathering information in the
case of officers acting unlawfully. Minister of community safety in the Western Cape, Dan Plato,
said in 2014: "We live in a free and democratic society and the arrest of a citizen for filming an
officer committing a crime can and must never be tolerated."

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SAPS standing Order 156:

• An officer cannot stop you from taking a photo or video.

• An officer cannot seize/damage your equipment. An officer cannot force you to delete footage.
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8. You can be arrested for verbally abusing an officer

Arrive Alive: "You cannot be arrested for being rude. If however your rudeness escalates to
verbally abusing an officer, you will be committing a crime in the form of criminen injuria ­ the
intentional and unlawful infringement of the dignity of the officer. You could be arrested. An
example would be the use of obscene and/or racially offensive language or gestures. If you
obstruct the officer from performing his or her duties it will considered criminal."

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Jonck concludes: "If we obey the rules of the road and when we pay our traffic fines, there should
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­ apart from the unfortunate delays in time to get to our destinations ­ not be reason for additional
anguish and fear. The law is there to protect us from those who abuse their professional duties as
law enforcement officers and will continue to do so." Can good road manners save
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efficiently. Make sure you and your family get to your destinations safely by following the rules of
the road and complying with police and traffic officers at all time.

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