The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019 has brought stricter penalties to improve road safety in India. From Section 177A onwards, the Act significantly increases fines for traffic violations. The aim is to curb reckless driving and promote discipline on roads.
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What Happens When There Is Violation of Road Regulations
Section 177A penalizes violations under Section 118. Offenders face fines between ₹500 and ₹1,000. These include disobeying traffic rules and improper driving conduct.
Driving without a valid license attracts a fine of up to ₹10,000 and/or imprisonment for three months. Driving despite license disqualification also carries the same penalty with up to one month’s jail term.
What Are The Over-Speeding Penalties
For over-speeding, fines depend on the vehicle type:
- LMV: ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.
- MPV/HGV: ₹2,000 to ₹4,000.
- Repeat offenders may lose their driving license.
Is Dangerous and Reckless Driving A Punishable Offense
Dangerous driving, such as jumping red lights or driving on the wrong side, attracts heavy penalties. First-time offenders face ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 fines and/or 6 months to 1-year jail plus license seizure. Repeat offenses can lead to ₹10,000 fines and/or 2 years in prison.
Drunk Driving
Drunk driving leads to strict punishment. The first offense carries a ₹10,000 fine and/or 6 months to 1-year jail with license suspension. Subsequent offenses attract ₹15,000 fines and/or up to 2 years imprisonment.
Also, racing on public roads without permission invites ₹5,000 fines and/or up to 3 months jail for the first offense. Repeat offenders face ₹10,000 fines and/or up to 1-year jail.
Moreover, using a vehicle without authorization results in ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 fines and/or up to 3 months in jail. Oversized or overloaded vehicles face fines between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000.
Mobile Phone Use While Driving
Using a mobile phone while driving attracts a fine of up to ₹5,000.
Helmet and Seat Belt Violations
Riding without a helmet results in a ₹1,000 fine and a 3-month license disqualification. Not wearing a seat belt while driving attracts a ₹1,000 fine.
Driving Without Insurance
Driving without valid insurance results in a ₹2,000 fine for the first offense and ₹4,000 for repeat offenses.
Juvenile Traffic Offenses
If a juvenile commits a traffic offense, the guardian or vehicle owner faces a ₹25,000 fine, up to 3 years imprisonment, and cancellation of the vehicle’s registration for 1 year.
What Are The Powers Of The State Government For This
The Act allows State Governments to increase penalties by up to ten times within their jurisdiction.
Conclusion
The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019 imposes strict fines to improve compliance with traffic rules. From drunk driving to helmet violations, penalties have sharply increased. Knowing these rules can help drivers avoid heavy fines and contribute to safer roads in India.
