Are you tired of the never-ending battle with traffic violations? Do you frequently wonder how traffic offenses penalties differ from one state to another?

Well, get ready for an intriguing journey as we delve into the world of traffic fines in two captivating Indian states: Maharashtra and Odisha. Buckle up and join us as we explore the unique nuances of these regions, uncovering the disparities and surprises that lie within their challan penalties. From the bustling streets of Mumbai to the serene roads of Bhubaneswar, fasten your seat belts as we embark on an eye-opening adventure through traffic law, where Maharashtra meets Odisha!

Challan Details in Maharashtra & Odisha

Here is a general overview of the penalties in Maharashtra and Odisha:

Maharashtra:

In Maharashtra, the penalties for traffic violations are prescribed under the Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules. The fine amounts for common violations in Maharashtra are as follows:

1. Driving without a seat belt: ?1000

2. Triple riding on a two-vehicle: ?1000

3. Driving without a helmet: ?1000

4. Carrying excess luggage:

• First offense: ?500

• Repeat offense: ?1500

5. Driving without a number plate:

• First offense: ?500

• Repeat offense: ?1500

6. Parking in a 'no parking' zone:

• First offense: ?500

• Repeat offense: ?1500

7. Minor driving a vehicle: ?25000

8. Disobeying traffic signals:

• First offense: ?5000

• Repeat offense: ?10000

9. Dangerous/rash driving:

• First offense: ?5000

• Repeat offense: ?10000

10. Using a mobile phone while driving:

• First offense: ?5000

• Repeat offense: ?10000

11. Drunken driving: ?10000

12. Driving a vehicle without registration: ?2000

13. Driving an uninsured vehicle: ?2000

14. Violation of road regulations: ?1000

15. Over-speeding:

• Light motor vehicle (LMV): ?1000

• Medium passenger goods vehicle: ?2000

16. Carrying explosive/inflammable substances: ?10000

17. Not giving passage to emergency vehicles: ?10000

18. Driving when mentally or physically unfit to drive:

• First offense: ?1000

• Repeat offense: ?2000

19. Racing:

• First offense: ?5000

• Repeat offense: ?10000

20. Disqualified person driving a vehicle: ?10000

21. Driving a vehicle registered in another state for more than 12 months:

• First offense: ?500

• Repeat offense: ?1500

22. Failure to intimate change of the address of the vehicle owner:

• First offense: ?500

• Repeat offense: ?1500

23. Driving without a valid driving license: ?5000

24. Driving without insurance: ?2000

25. Overloading: ?2000

Odisha:

In Odisha, the penalties for traffic violations are generally in line with the fines prescribed by the Central Motor Vehicles Rules. Some common penalties in Odisha include:

1. General offense:

• First-Time Offence: ? 500

• Repeat Offence: ? 1,500

2. Violation of driving regulations: ? 500 to ? 1,000

3. Ticketless Travel: ? 500

4. Disobeying orders of traffic authorities: ? 2,000

5. An unauthorized person driving the vehicle: ? 5,000

6. Driving Without License: ? 5,000

7. Driving Disqualified/suspended vehicle: ? 10,000

8. Over-Speeding:

• Light Motor Vehicle: ? 2,000

• Medium Passenger or Goods Vehicle: ? 4,000 and impounding of DL for the Repeat offense.

9. Dangerous / Rash Driving:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

10. Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Intoxicating Substance:

• First-Time Offence: ? 10,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 15,000

11. Oversized Vehicles: ? 5,000

12. Driving When Mentally/Physically Unfit:

• First-Time Offence: ? 1,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 2,000

13. Accident-Related Offences:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

14. Driving Uninsured Vehicle (without Insurance):

• First-Time Offence: ? 2,000 and/or Imprisonment of up to 3 months.

• Repeat Offence: ? 4,000 and/or Imprisonment of up to 3 months.

15. Jumping red line/stop sign:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

16. Use of mobile phone:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

17. Driving against the flow of traffic:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

18. Carrying dangerous/hazardous goods in the vehicle:

• First-Time Offence: ? 10,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 20,000

19. Racing and Speeding:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

20. Vehicle Without Permit: ? 10,000 and/or Imprisonment of up to 6 months.

21. Vehicle Without Registration:

• First-Time Offence: ? 5,000

• Repeat Offence: ? 10,000

22. Overloading: ? 20,000 and ? 2,000 per extra tonne

23. Not Wearing Seatbelt: ? 1,000

24. Not Wearing Helmet: ? 1,000 and Disqualification of License for 3 months

25. Not Providing Way for Emergency Vehicles: ? 10,000 and/or Imprisonment of 6 months

26. Offenses by Juveniles: ? 25,000 with Imprisonment of 3 years for which the Guardian / Owner shall be deemed guilty.

27. Obstruction of free flow of traffic: ? 500

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By staying informed about the penalty variations in these states, you can equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to make responsible decisions on the road. So, whether you are a resident of Maharashtra or find yourself behind the wheel in Odisha, exploring the differences in challan penalties will undoubtedly broaden your understanding of the intricate nuances of traffic regulations.

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