Traffic Fines in 2024: New Rules, Applicable Penalties in India For Traffic Offenders

In order to maintain sanity on Indian roads and avoid any mishappenings, the government of India has created some rules and regulations to minimise accidents and ensure zero traffic violations. Therefore, the existing traffic rules are continuously being revised and new traffic rules are being updated from time to time. Continue reading the article to know more about the penalties that are imposed for violating traffic rules. 

Penalty Structure For Violation of Traffic Rules

Below mentioned are the circumstances that can result in paying a huge penalty for violating traffic rules. 

• Driving Without Licence:

Whether you are travelling with your car or a two wheeler, it is mandatory by the law to carry a legitimate driving licence with you. If you don’t have a valid driving licence, then you can visit the respective state’s government website, fill out the form, and complete all the necessary formalities to get your license. Moreover, you can either keep a hard copy of your driving license safely in your vehicle or you can store it in a Digi locker account. 

• Rash Driving:

Noticing the increase in the number of accidental deaths due to rash driving, the government of India has taken strict action. Therefore, rash driving on Indian roads will not only leave a huge impact on your money but may also lead to imprisonment. 

• Speed Limit:

In India, the average speed limit for vehicles is 70km/h to 120km/h which may vary from state to state. If you are found to be overlapping the maximum speed limit then you will be charged for violating the traffic rules. 

• No Active Insurance Plan:

As per the Indian Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 it is mandatory by law to insure your vehicle. In case you are being caught by the traffic police for driving a vehicle without an active insurance plan then you can face imprisonment for up to 3 months or fine up to Rs. 2,000.  So, it is a must to have two-wheeler insurance. 

• Drunk Driving: 

Driving after drinking any alcoholic beverages or toxic substances may bring huge trouble for you. Considering the fact that drunk driving will not only harmful for you but may also lead to the loss of many lives. Hence, to overcome the issue of drunk driving the government of India has imposed an increased challan amount of Rs 10,000. 

• Overloading Vehicles: 

In India, only two people are allowed to travel on one motorbike. Therefore, if you are found to be tripling on a two wheeler then you will be liable to pay a penalty for violating the traffic rules. 

• Violation By Teenagers:

In this case, the laws broken by the young children would have to be born by their parents. They may end up paying a huge penalty along with imprisonment. Besides this, after reaching the age of 18, the young will be restrained from obtaining a driving licence. 

List Of Penalties And New Traffic Rules 2024

Consider the below table to find out the detailed list of fines and penalties that are imposed on violating the traffic rules. 

Conclusion

Besides the above-mentioned penalties that are imposed by the Indian government, violation of traffic rules may also lead to the loss of life. Therefore, in order to avoid any mishappenings, you should always follow the rules and regulations while driving your vehicle. Additionally, make sure that you insure your vehicle with third-party insurance cover to keep yourself and the third party protected against any unforeseen circumstances. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can I carry soft copies of the documents of my vehicles? 

It is not compulsory to carry hard copies of the documents with you. You can keep soft copies of your documents in the Digi locker. They are also acceptable. 

Q2. Is a driving license needed if I am learning to drive? 

Yes, you must get yourself a valid driving license issued by the Regional Transport Office (RTO). Failure of obeying the law will result in paying a huge penalty. 

Q3. How to check whether my vehicle is under interrogation or not? 

You can check the status of your vehicle on the online portal. Moreover, in case of violation of traffic laws e-challans would also be issued through an online portal. 

Q4. What documents are required to apply for a driving licence in India? 

A driving licence is a mandatory requirement. You can apply online to create it. Some of the documents that you would need to arrange include 3 passport-size photographs, residential address documents, and valid age-proof documents. 

Q5. What documents should I need to carry with me while driving? 

Some of the documents that you should carry while driving on Indian roads are a registration certificate, pollution under control certificate, insurance documents, and driving license. 

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