Maharashtra: Soon, hefty fines to be levied for traffic violations

September 9, 2019

The new laws with revised fines are likely to be implemented soon after receiving a nod from state government.

Under the Motor Vehicles Amendment Act, 2019, motorists can be fined up to Rs 5,000 for jumping red light, using a cellphone while driving, overtaking wrongly or driving against the flow of traffic. The offenders can also be put behind bars. Penalties for drunk driving, not wearing a helmet or seat belt have also been increased. Also, for the first time, a provision has been made to impose a stiff 200% fine on traffic police and transport department personnel caught contravening traffic rules. Repeat offences will attract higher fines.

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