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Traffic Fine Management

Last updated 12 February 2024.

Introduction

Our aim is to keep this Agreement as readable as possible, but in some cases for legal reasons, some of the language is required “legalese”.

Your Acceptance of this Agreement

These terms and conditions are entered into by and between You and Maxlaw Corporate Services (Pty) Ltd, d/b/a Trafico™ (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). Our VAT number is 4490275494. The following terms and conditions, together with any documents they expressly incorporate by reference (collectively “Terms of Service”), govern your access to and use of trafico.co.za, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through trafico.co.za (the “Website”).We offer the following service that is subject to these Terms of Service: Traffic Fine Management, Vehicle Licensing Administration, and client Web App (collectively “Services”).

Please read the Terms of Service carefully before you start to use the Website.

By using the Website [or by clicking to accept or agree to the Terms of Service when this option is made available to you], you accept and agree to be bound and abide by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy, found at https://trafico.co.za/privacy-policy, incorporated herein by reference. If you do not want to agree to these Terms of Service, you must not access or use the Website.

BY ACCESSING AND USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU:

ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND AND COMPLY WITH THESE TERMS OF SERVICE; YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOU ARE THE LEGAL AGE OF MAJORITY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO FORM A BINDING CONTRACT WITH US; AND, YOU AGREE IF YOU ACCESS THE WEBSITE FROM A JURISDICTION WHERE IT IS NOT PERMITTED, YOU DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Updates to Fine management terms and conditions

We may revise and update the fine management terms and conditions from time to time in our sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately when we post them and apply to all access to and use of the Website thereafter.

Continuing to use the Website following the posting of revised Licensing Terms and Conditions means that you accept and agree to the changes. You are expected to check this page each time you access this Website so you are aware of any changes, as they are binding on you.

Fine Management terms and conditions

  1. Traffic Fine Exposure: Trafico™ will display the member’s outstanding traffic fines within South Africa, covering major areas and potentially rural areas upon request.
  2. Discounts:
    • A 25% discount on the original fine amount will be sought where possible and reflected in the quotation.
    • Any discounts exceeding 25% will be credited to Trafico™ and form part of the service fees.
  3. Service Fees:
    • No extra fees will be charged for payment, reduction, or rescission of fines, except as outlined in the fee structure.
    • A service fee of R80.00 exclusive of VAT per fine redirected to the nominated driver will be charged.
    • NAG fines will incur a service fee based on the merits of each case.
    • No discounts are applicable to NAG fines, summons, warrants, enforcement orders, or fines valued at R250.00 or less.
  4. Acceptance of Fees: By effecting payment of quotations/invoices, the member accepts Trafico’s fees.
  5. Documentation and Authority: Upon receipt of payment, Trafico™ will complete all required documentation and utilize the member’s signature to apply for discounts on their behalf, confirming Trafico’s authority to act on their behalf.
  6. Validity and Payment:
    • Quotations are valid for 48 hours due to escalating fines.
    • Payment of invoices initiates the rendering of services.
  7. Mediation Process:
    • Trafico will negotiate fines for lesser amounts and endeavor to rescind invalid fines. Finalization of this process is subject to the discretion and turnaround times of local authorities, RTIA, and courts.
    • Fines reduction may take between 5 to 90 days.
    • Certain fines may not be mediated immediately due to their nature and issuing district but will be monitored by Trafico until mediation or rescission is possible.
    • NAG fines will be managed at Trafico’s discretion for optimal results.
    • Certain fines cannot be negotiated for lesser amounts and will be quoted as such.
  8. Monthly Service Activation: Traffic fine exposure will be sent monthly if the member activates this service and makes payments on quotations.