Letting A Minor Drive Could Land You 3 Years In Jail – Check 10 Traffic Rules & Fines | Auto News

1. Driving/Riding Without A Licence: A fine of Rs 5,000 will be imposed on anyone caught driving/riding a motor vehicle without a valid licence.

2. Drink & Drive: For the first offense, the fine is Rs 10,000, and for the second offense, the fine increases to Rs 15,000.

3. Overspeeding: Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) incur a fine ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,000, with the possibility of a licence seizure.

4. Driving/Riding Without Insurance: The first offense of driving or riding without insurance results in a Rs 2,000 fine and the second offense increases the fine to Rs 4,000.

5. Driving Without A Seat Belt: Drivers of four-wheelers who fail to wear a seat belt are subject to a Rs 1,000 fine.

6. Driving/Riding Despite Disqualification: A fine of Rs 10,000 is imposed on individuals who drive or ride despite being disqualified.

7. Not Giving Way To Emergency Vehicles: Failure to give way to emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire engines results in a Rs 10,000 fine.

8. Riding Without A Helmet (Rider & Pillion Rider): Riding without a helmet, whether as a rider or pillion rider, incurs a fine of Rs 1,000.

9. Juvenile Offenses: Juvenile offenses involving vehicles result in a Rs 25,000 fine and 3 years in prison (vehicle owner/parents/guardians of the minor).

10. Vehicles Without A Permit: Operating a vehicle without a permit results in a fine of Rs 10,000, along with community service.