Kazakh Car Service Workers Face Fines for Painting Over Road Lines

In Taraz, Kazakhstan, a local car service's attempt to improve customer access led to an unexpected legal battle. Employees painted over a double solid line on a busy road, a blatant violation of traffic laws. Police swiftly responded, leading to confessions from two individuals involved. "We just wanted to make it easier for customers to get in," one of the employees stated. The incident resulted in administrative citations for violating articles 630 part 3 and 505 of the RK Code of Administrative Offenses. They now face substantial fines, potentially up to 275,000 tenge, depending on their status. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting traffic regulations and the potential consequences of disregarding them.