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Traffic Fines in Karnataka for Different Traffic Violations
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 1st of 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.
List of Traffic Fines in Karnataka
| 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 | ₹500 |
| Parking in No-parking Zone | ₹1,000 |
| Driving/Riding Without Number Plate | ₹500 |
| Driving/Riding When Physically/Mentally Unfit | ₹1,000 |
| Not Obeying/Obstructing the Instructions From Traffic Police | ₹1,000 |
| Offence Related to Stop Line | ₹1,000 |
| One Way Offence | ₹500 |
| Honking in Silence Zones | ₹500 - ₹1,000 |
| Jaywalking | Court fine |
| Driving Without a Valid Permit | Court fine |
| Offence Related to Alteration of Vehicle | Court fine |
| Driving/Riding Without Emission Certificate |
Court fine |
| Obstructing Emergency Vehicles (Ambulance, fire engine, police vehicle, etc.) | ₹1,000 |
When Were the New Traffic Fines Implemented in Karnataka?
The state government of Karnataka implemented the new changes under Motor Vehicles Act in 2019. The changes came to effect on 1st September, 2019. The new rules were meant to be followed in different areas of Karnataka, including Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru, Belagavi and Hubballi-Dharwad.
Have Traffic Fines Been Reduced in Karnataka?
Yes, traffic fines have reduced with the new changes and updates in the Motor Vehicles Act. The goal of the state government was to reduce the burden of traffic fines from the residents, which has worked with the new updates.
For instance, driving without a valid driving licence has been reduced to ₹1,000 and ₹2,000 for bikes and cars respectively, down from ₹5,000, which was the previous rate. driving without a valid car insurance previously led to a penalty of ₹2,000, which has been reduced to ₹1,000 with the recent update.
Important Points to Consider as a Citizen
While driving as a citizen of Karnataka, you need to be aware of the traffic rules and regulations in this area. For instance, it is important to avoid overloading your vehicle, causing pollution, exceeding speed limits or breaking traffic signals. These are some serious offences.
Moreover, it is important to keep your driving licence valid and updated. carrying it along with the insurance and registration certificates can help you dodge some serious complications like financial penalties.