How waiting fees became penalties

The article reveals the phenomenon of illegal toll collection from parking cars in Egypt, where demands range between 15 and 60 Egyptian pounds depending on the area and time. Sometimes, these demands exceed the official pricing, which ranges from 3 to 10 pounds. This phenomenon is organized and multi-sourced, as security authorities have caught hundreds of violators, and drivers have complained about intimidation and extortion, especially in Greater Cairo and Port Said. Despite existing laws that specify official rates, the lack of oversight has led to chaos, with pavements being sold to those willing to pay more. This situation threatens public safety and significantly violates the law. Parliament members have called for increased monitoring, enforcement of legal measures to prevent chaos, fair fee collection, and actual supervision of the profession.

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