Arriva Stops Fines for Aggressive Fare Dodgers in Ter Apel

Arriva stops fining aggressive fare dodgers in Ter Apel. Train conductors will no longer impose fines on passengers who ride without tickets between Emmen and Zwolle, as stated in an internal company memo. The decision follows pressure from travelers and comes amid ongoing debates about fare enforcement on Dutch trains. Previously, conductors could issue penalties, but the new policy emphasizes alternative approaches to handling ticket violations. The change applies specifically to the Emmen-Zwolle route where aggressive behavior from some passengers had become problematic. Commuters are advised to still purchase valid tickets, as the policy change does not legalize fare evasion but rather shifts how violations are addressed.