Karnataka one traffic fines

In 2019, the government took a bold move on amending the Motor Vehicle Act, thereby increasing existing traffic violation fines and initiating a couple of new ones. Effective since the 1stof September, you could suddenly see more than 5 lakh people rushing to obtain their Pollution Control certificates and insurances. After all, it’s always better to be safe than sorry (or for some- better to spend a few bucks than to be broke! 😉) Fortunately, though, people in Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, Hubli, Udupi, Chikmagalur, and all the other cities in Karnataka can breathe a sigh of relief. Courtesy- revised fines! The infamous, new traffic fines have been revised on specific offences, taking the load off a bit, especially for those riding two-wheelers. Violations Penalty Drink and Drive Offence Court fine Riding/Driving Without a Valid Driving Licence ₹1,000 - ₹5000 Reckless or Dangerous Driving/Riding ₹1,000 Driving/Riding a Vehicle Without Registration Court fine Overspeeding ₹1,000 - ₹2,000 Using Mobile Phone While Driving/Riding ₹1,000 Driving/Riding Without Valid Insurance ₹1,000 - ₹4,000 Riding Without Wearing a Helmet (Rider/Pillion Rider) ₹500 Driving Without Wearing a Seatbelt ₹500 Offence Related to Air/Noise Pollution ₹1,000 Overloading of Two-wheeler ₹500 Racing on Public Roads ₹5,000 Driving During Disqualification ₹10,000 Not Following Lane Discipline ₹500 Minor Driving/Riding a Vehicle ₹5,000 Misbehaving With Traffic Police Officer ₹2,000 Jumping Traffic Signal ₹5...