A Dutch court in Utrecht has overturned the government's decision to increase traffic fines earlier this year. The ruling, delivered on Friday, found that the government lacked a proper legal basis for the substantial rise in penalties. Specifically, the court determined the increase was not sufficiently anchored in legislation. This means the fines now need to be adjusted back to their previous levels. The decision follows a legal challenge brought against the government, arguing the increase was disproportionate and lacked transparency. The government is now expected to review its approach to setting traffic fine amounts and ensure future increases are legally sound. This ruling represents a significant setback for the government’s efforts to improve road safety through stricter financial penalties.