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Police & Traffic Control

Incharg Of Traffic Branch: PI. Shri- Shirtikar

Some Important Offenses

Not carrying a valid license while driving/ driving without a license

Allowing a vehicle to be driven by someone who does not have a license

Driving without insurance/permit/fitness

Speeding/reckless driving

Driving under the influence of alcohol

Lane-cutting/dangerous lane-cutting

Moving against a One-way

Stopping at a pedestrian crossing/crossing a stop line

Improper use of headlights

Using a private vehicle for commercial purposes

Overloading a goods vehicle

Carrying goods in a dangerous manner

Taxi Drivers refusing to ply/ charging extra/not wearing uniform

Speed Limits

TYPE OF VEHICLE Km/h

Car No Limit

Motorcycle 50

Taxi / Auto 65

Tempo / Bus 65

Ordinary Truck 65

Articulated Vehicles 50

License Information

DRIVING LICENSE:

An appropriate driving License is a legal requirement for operating any motor vehicle. A driver's license which is issued by the competent authority of any State/Union territory is valid throughout the Indian Union.

CATEGORY AGE NOT LESS THAN REMARKS

a) Motor cycles of special category

16 years a) A motorcycle of engine capacity not more than 50cc falls in this category. The application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

b) Private cars and motorcycles

18 years b) All light motor vehicles not used for carrying passengers/goods for hire are covered in this category.

c) Transport vehicles 20 years c) All buses, lorries, auto rickshaws, etc. fall in this category.

LEARNER'S LICENSE

Any person who wishes to drive a motor vehicle has to first obtain a learner's license for the purpose of learning. The person must then be tested before a permanent license is granted. A person should not be less than 20 years of age if he wants to learn to drive a transport vehicle.

REQUIREMENTS

Proof of age Documents accepted for proof of age are Birth/School Leaving Certificate, Passport, etc.

Proof of residence This can be supported by documents like the passport, ration card, electoral roll , electricity or telephone bill, etc.

Medical Certificate It is required only in case of transport vehicles and can be obtained from any registered medical practitioner in the prescribed form.

Photograph 3 copies of passport size.

Fee A fee of Rs. 15 should be paid.

A learner's license is valid only for a period of six months. If the driving test for a permanent license is not passed during this period, a fresh learner's license needs to be obtained .

RESTRICTIONS

A person who holds a learner's license is permitted to drive only if he is accompanied by a duly licensed driver who is sitting in a position from where he can control the vehicle and bring it to a stop if required. The vehicle must display 'L' painted signs, both in the front and the rear end of the vehicle.

A person holding a learner's license for a motorcycle is not permitted to carry any pillion-rider except the person who is required to be present for imparting instructions and ensuring safety (as mentioned above).

PERMANENT LICENSE

A Permanent license of the appropriate class will be granted after the successful completion of a driving test conducted by the RTO. The test for the issue of the Permanent license is conducted after a minimum of 30 days from the date of issue of the learner's license. In case of failure, a retest can be requested but not before a period of 7 days.

VALIDITY

Transport vehicles: 3 years

All other vehicles:5 years, or up to the age of 50 years, whichever is more .

After the age of 50, the license will be renewed for a period of 5 years at a time.

REQUIREMENTS

Photograph: 3 copies passport size

Fee: Rs. 15 for driving test Rs. 20 for license

RENEWAL

The application for renewal must be accompanied by :

The driving license

Medical Certificate in case of transport vehicle

3 copies of photograph

Renewal fee of Rs. 15

a) An Expired license is valid for 30 days and can be renewed during this grace period without a penalty.

b) A license expired by more than 30 days can be renewed on payment of a penalty, provided the application is made within a period of five years from the date of expiry. The penalty is charged at Rs. 10/- per year or a part thereof.

c) The License can be renewed through any RTO in the country, irrespective of the place of its issue. If a driver changes his residence, the new address should be incorporated in the license.

DUPLICATE

If the original is defaced or lost, a duplicate license can be issued on the production of :

The License number

3 copies of photograph

Fee of Rs. 20 (for laminated license the fee will be higher as

prescribed by the RTO).

a) The application for duplicate license must be made to the same RTO that has issued the original license.

b) In case the license number is not available, the application has to be made to any other RTO, the procedure is same as

applicable for the fresh license (learner license, driving test, etc.)

INTERNATIONAL LICENSE

International Driving Permit can be issued by the RTO or other motoring associations like WIAA which are authorized by the government. Such a license is valid for one year.

REQUIREMENTS

Current Indian Driving License valid for at least another year. CURRENT PASSPORT 3 copies of a recent photograph

Fee of Rs. 10

Traffic Rule1. Signal

Traffic Police Signals

Traffic Signs: Mandatory

Traffic Signs: Cautionary

Traffic Signs: Informatory

To stop vehicles coming from behind

To stop vehicles coming from front

To stop vehicles approaching

simultaneously from front and behind

To stop vehicles approaching from left and wanting to

turn right

To stop vehicles approaching from

right to allow vehicles from the left to turn

right

To stop vehicles coming from the right and turning right by stopping

traffic approaching from the left

Warning signal closing all vehicle

Beckoning vehicles approaching

from left

Beckoning vehicles approaching

from right

Beckoning vehicles from front

2. License Offences

Offence Legal Provision Penalty (Rs)

Permitting to drive without valid license

5 r/w 180 MVA 300

Driving without valid M.D.L 3 r/w 181 MVA 300

Driving under age of 18 yrs 4 (1) r/w 181 MVA 300

Driving transport vehicle under age of 20 yrs

4 (2) r/w 177 MVA 300

Driver failed to produce M.D.L or registration or fitness paper

130 r/w 177 MVA 100

RRR = Rules of Road Regulations 1989MVA = Motor Vehicles Act 1988MMVR = Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules 1989

3. Driving Offences

Nature of Offence Legal Provision Penalty (Rs)

Driving against Police signal 119 r/w 177 MVA 100

Driving in the centre/failed to keep left

2 RRR r/w 177 MVA

100

Overtaking dangerously6 (a) RRR r/w 177

MVA100

Failing to give way/permit overtaking

7 RRR 177 MVA 100

Failing to slowdown at intersection

8 RRR 177 MVA 100

Failing to take precaution while taking a turn

3 RRR 177 MVA 100

Failing to give signal 121 RRR 177 MVA 100

Reversing negligently MMVR 233 177

MVA100

Disobeying traffic signal239 MMVR 22(b) RRR 177 MVA

100

Disobeying manual traffic signal239 MMVR 22(a) RRR 177 MVA

100

Driving against one-way17 (i) RRR 177

MVA100

Failing to keep left of traffic island

2 RRR 177 MVA 100

Exceeding speed limit 112-183 MVA 200

Taking U turn during prohibited hours

12 RRR 177 MVA 100

Disobeying reasonable directions of police officer in uniform

119 MVA22(a) RRR177 MVA

100

RRR = Rules of Road Regulations 1989MVA = Motor Vehicles Act 1988MMVR = Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules 1989

Driving Restrictions


Leaving vehicle in dangerous position

122 177 MVA 100

Carrying persons on footboard

123-177 MVA 100

Carrying persons causing obstruction to the driver

125-177 MVA 100

Leaving vehicle with idling engine

126-177 MVA 100

Disobeying traffic sign board

22(b) RRR239 MMVR177 MVA

100

Driving without illuminating rear number plate

CMVR 105 (2) (ii)177 MVA

100

RRR = Rules of Road Regulations 1989MVA = Motor Vehicles Act 1988MMVR = Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules 1989CMVR = Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989

SEC. 183. DRIVING AT EXCESSIVE SPEED.Whoever drives a motor vehicle in contravention of the speed limits referred to in section 112 shall be punishable with a fine which may extend to Rs. 400/-, or, if having been previously convicted of an offence under this sub-section is again convicted of an offence under this sub-section, with fine which may extend to Rs. 1000/-

SEC. 185. DRUNKEN DRIVING OR DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS.W hoever, while driving, or attempting to drive, a Motor Vehicle, -

(a) Has in his blood, alcohol exceeding 30 mg. /per.100 ml. of blood detected in a test by a breath analyzer, or

(b) Is under the influence of a drug to such an extent as to be incapable of exercising proper control over the vehicle,

Shall be punishable for the first offence with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months or with fine which may extend to Rs. 2000/-, or with both; and for a second or subsequent offence if committed within 3 years of the commission if the previous similar offence, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 2 years or with fine which may extend to Rs. 3000/-, or with both.

4. Pollution Offences


Fixing multi-toned/shrill horn

119 CMVR190(2) MVA

500

Silencer/muffler making noise

CMVR 120190(2) MVA

500

Smoky exhaust115 CMVR

190(2) MVA500

Using horn in silence zone21(ii) RRR177 MVA

100

RRR = Rules of Road Regulations 1989MVA = Motor Vehicles Act 1988CMVR = Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989

5. Motor Vehicle Offences


When motor vehicle is out of state for more than 12 months

47-177 MVA 100

Particulars to be printed on transport vehicles

84(G)-177 MVA 100

Without wiperCMVR 101177 MVA

100

Defective tyresCMVR 94177 MVA

100

No indication board on left hand drive vehicle

120, 177 MVA 100

Sale of motor vehicle/alteration of motor vehicle in contravention of Act

191 MVA 300

Vehicles fitted with dark glasses/sun films

100 CMVR177 MVA

100

Improper number plate236 MMVR177 MVA

100

Failing to display public carrier board

116 MMVR177 MVA

100

MVA = Motor Vehicles Act 1988CMVR = Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989MMVR = Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules 1989

6. Parking Offences

Nature of OffenceLegal

ProvisionPenalty (Rs)

Parking in flow of traffic22(a) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking away from footpath

15(2) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking against flow of traffic

15(2) RRR177 MVA

100

Obstruction by parking15(2) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking on taxi stand15(2) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking in not prescribed manner

15(1) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking at corner15(i) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking within 15 meters on either side of bus stop

15(2) RRR177 MVA

100

Parking on bridge15(2) (i) RRR

177 MVA100

Parked at traffic island15(i) RRR177 MVA

100

Parked in No Parking area15(2) RRR177 MVA

100

Parked on pedestrian 15(2)(iii) RRR 100

crossing 177 MVA

Parked on footpath15(2)(ii) RRR

177 MVA100

Parked in front of gate15(2)(viii)

RRR177 MVA

100

Causing obstruction to traffic by parking

15(1) RRR177 MVA

100

RRR = Rules of Road Regulations 1989MVA = Motor Vehicles Act 1988

CHARGES OF TOWING OF VEHICLES

Sr. No Vehicle Charges

1 Two Wheeler 100

2 Car , Jeep, Taxi, Auto Rickshaw 200

3 Truck, Tanker, Trailer 600

In Case Of Accident

Please stop and help the injured. Under Section 134 of the Motor Vehicles Act, it is the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle involved in the accident to convey the injured to the nearest hospital/medical practitioner. In such a case, the doctor shall be duty bound to provide medical aid without waiting for any procedural formalities

If the accident involves a vehicle carrying dangerous goods (oil tankers, chemical carriers etc.), keep everyone away. Do not allow anyone to smoke in the vicinity.

Offer medical assistance. If the person refuses medical assistance, try to obtain in writing from the person that he does not desire any medical help.

Note down names and addresses of witnesses and registration numbers of vehicles passing by, these could prove useful during investigation.

If a policeman arrives in the scene, note down his name and number.

Do not move the vehicle unless you are ordered by a police officer to do so / to remove a trapped person / to prevent obstruction to fire services.

The victim and his relatives have the RIGHT to obtain the copy of the First Information Report, Panchnama, Medical Report and other relevant documents for claiming compensation. The victim can move the Motor Accident Claim Tribunal as prescribed by the law.

PollutionBesides noise pollution, which has become a major problem on Indian roads, there is an eternal problem of emission which not only creates unsavory conditions for the drivers on road, but also detrimental to the atmosphere.

Vehicles should be kept in a good condition and drivers should be careful to ensure that their vehicles do not emit smoke, visible vapors, sparks, ashes or oily substances.

From the time a car completes one year, a PUC (Pollution Under Control) check has to be undertaken every six months by all car owners. This can be done at several agencies authorized by the State Government. It is obligatory to carry the PUC certificate (in original) while driving. The punishment for a pollution related offence is a fine of Rs.1000.

Smoke emitted by vehicles is the main cause of pollution - it causes several diseases such as bronchitis, asthma etc.

CAUSES OF POLLUTION

Petrol Engines Diesel Engines

Faulty Carburetor Incorrect Injection and Pump Timing

Choked Air filter Defective Nozzle

Defective ChokeChoked Air Filter / Exhaust System

Poor Engine Compression Poor Engine Compression

Adulterated Petrol Adulterated Diesel

Alcohol & DrivingDriving under the influence of alcohol is considered as a serious offence in India. In the event of an accident in such a condition, the law deals with offenders with great severity. The punishment is fine and/or imprisonment up to 6 months, and the driving license is suspended for at least six months.

Drunken driving is one of the main reasons for vehicle accidents and is among the biggest life-takers on Indian roads.

Alcohol goes from the stomach straight to the blood stream. The body takes about an hour to rid itself of one drink - this means that if one drinks at a rate faster than that, the alcohol content in the body will soon exceed tolerable limits.

As the quantity of alcohol in the bloodstream rises, the brain is affected, and one's sense of judgment is skewed. At higher levels of intoxication, there are muscle control problems, blurred vision, and finally, a complete loss of physical co-ordination facilities. Given these facts, driving, even with low alcohol levels can be very dangerous.

The Misconception The Truth

Alcohol increases your ability to drive

Alcohol makes you less alert and will reduce your ability to drive safely

Some people drink a lot and don't get affected by it

Everyone who drinks is affected by it

If you eat a lot first, you will not get drunk

Food will slow down the effects of alcohol but will not prevent them

Coffee and a bit of fresh air will help a drinker sober up

Only time helps a drinker sober up, other methods just do not work

Stick to beer - it is not as strong as whisky

A few beers have a the same effect as a few pegs or a few glasses of wine

Insurance & claimsInsurance

No car can be driven without insurance.

There are mainly two kinds of insurance covers: Motor Policy A (Act Only Policy or Third Party Insurance) and Motor Policy B (Comprehensive Policy)

Motor Policy A: Liability is unlimited in case of an injury or death, with added premium. Fire and Theft can also be covered. A specific claim for this must be made in the Motor Accident Claim Tribunal by the injured or legal heir of the deceased against the owner of the vehicle and his insurance company.

Motor Policy B: This is a comprehensive policy wherein the Insurance company compensates the injured against loss/damage to the vehicle as a result of accident, fire, theft, earthquake, riots, strike, floods, terrorism, loss during transit by road, rail elevators etc. Extra fittings such as music systems, air-conditioners etc. can also be covered.

A policy is valid from the moment a premium is required - from midnight till exactly a year later.

It is advisable to get a policy renewed well in advance, as there is no grace period whatsoever and the fine for driving without an insurance is severe.

The policy is deemed to be renewed from the day that the cheque for the premium is posted by the bank. It is therefore advisable to get a receipt for the same from the bank.

A person purchasing a new vehicle should inform the insurance company within 14 days to have papers transferred to his name. When a vehicle is sold, the previous owner should inform the insurance company of its sale too.

A vehicle owner is eligible for no-claim bonus if adjusted against the premium of his new vehicle, even if the past vehicle is sold, the new vehicle is assumed to be purchased within a period of three years.

Claims

The owner/driver should approach the nearest office of the insurance company for a spot survey, so that there is no dispute later regarding the cause of the accident, the level of damages etc.

A report must be filed with the local police station and insurance company within 24 hrs.

If there is no office of the insurance company nearby, any other subsidiary of the GIC can be contacted, namely New India Assurance, Oriental Insurance, United India Insurance, National Insurance. In case none of these offices can be contacted, a licensed surveyor can be contacted. However, in any case, the insurance company should be informed-this can be done even on public holidays.

After the spot survey, the papers for the claim should be filed, and the vehicle should be assigned to a garage. Claims will be entertained after the insurance company deputes its surveyor for the final assessment on the basis of repair charges, cost of parts etc.

Rubber and plastic parts, tyres, batteries are calculated at 50%

depreciated value and glass is calculated at 100%. All other parts and extra fittings are calculated at 5% depreciation per year up to a maximum of 50%.

Loss due to mechanical/electrical failure, and routine wear and tear is not included in the policy.

If the driver is under the influence of alcohol during the time of the accident, no claims are entertained.

No claim discount in premium is calculated on 'own damage' component of the policy. Under comprehensive policies, this discount is permitted if no claim is made during the year. It increases each year with a slab starting from 15% for the first year and reaching maximum upto 50% by the fifth year.

No claim discount in premium is calculated on 'own damage' component of the policy. Under comprehensive policies, this discount is permitted if no claim is made during the year. It increases each year with a slab starting from 15% for the first year and reaching maximum up to 50% by the fifth year.

This rebate is adjusted against the renewal premium. In case a policy expires but renewed within 90 days of expiry, then no claims bonus already accumulated does not lapse.

If the claim is made during the first year, then extra premium of 15% will be charged at the time of renewal. It will go on increasing as per the prescribed slab (maximum up to 40%) for claims preferred every year.

No lights other than those permitted in the Motor Vehicles Rules can be fitted on the vehicle. This includes spotlights, searchlights, mercury lamps, moving lights and fancy lights. Dome lights are also not permitted unless specifically authorized.

No red light can be fitted anywhere such that it is visible from the

front.

Only red lights and white reverse lights are allowed as visible from behind. During the night, the license plate of a car must be illuminated by a light. All vehicles should have Hazard lights or Parking lights.

All vehicles should have rear-view mirrors. They must be fitted externally in transport vehicles.

The use of cellular phones is prohibited while driving.

No TV/Video display is allowed in a vehicle where it may be a disturbance to the driver.

No multiton horns can be fitted onto a vehicle. Also, Horns producing musical notes, unduly harsh, shrill or alarming noises are also prohibited.

The glasses of the front and rear windscreen should have visual transmission of light and not less than 70% and in case of side windows, it should not be less than 50%. The thumb rule suggests clear vision from inside to outside, and outside to inside.

Stopped by Traffic Police

STOPPED BY TRAFFIC COP?

NOTE THAT:

A traffic policeman in uniform has the right to demand your driver's license and inspect your vehicle's documents. He may impound your license if he feels to judge it necessary. If a traffic policeman gives you instructions on the road, it is your duty to obey them, regardless of what the electronic traffic signals say. When a traffic policeman is stationed at a signal/crossing, he is the final authority. If you cannot find your vehicle, it is likely that it has been towed rather than stolen. Ask around; local shopkeepers are normally informed about local traffic stations where confiscated vehicles are kept.

WHAT TO DO & WHAT NOT TO DO:

Stop your vehicle when a traffic policeman indicates. You may ask him what is the reason for him to stop you. Do not argue with the policeman. If you feel there is a genuine argument for you breaking a rule, explain it to him. If you have committed a mistake, admit it candidly, seek his pardon. He may let you off with a warning if approached with courtesy.

Do not drop names of policemen and influential people. If the policeman is insistent, show him the required documents, and allow him to take whatever action falls within the purview of his duties.

WHAT ACTION A POLICEMAN MAY TAKE:

He may note down the particulars of your license which will be later forwarded to a court. The court will then issue instructions regarding the course of action to be taken; a certain amount may have to be paid as a fine. If you plead guilty and send the requisite amount, the case will be filed; else summons will be sent to you and the case will be judged on merit. He may impend your Driver's License and issue a temporary license (which lasts only for a stipulated period). You may compound the offence by paying a fine at the police station under whose jurisdiction the license was confiscated. Else you will be provided a notice from the court. If you fail to appear in the court, an arrest warrant may be issued. If the policeman is an officer of rank sub-inspector or above, you may compound the office on the spot by paying a fine. The relevant receipts will be provided to you.

IF HARASSED BY A TRAFFIC POLICEMAN:

If a traffic policeman harasses you for illegal gratification, never yield to his demands. Allow him to impound your license; do not attempt to bribe him even if coerced. Note down his buckle number/name which will be written on the plate of his shirt. If he does not have one, you may demand his identity card. If he fails to provide an identity card, refuse to give him your documents. All receipts, temporary licenses will have the name/buckle number of the officer. You can approach the traffic police with a specific complaint indicating all the particulars about the incident; this MUST include details about the concerned police officer. It is desirable to send this complaint by registered post.