Complete guide to violations and penalties
Jharkhand e-challan: Digital Traffic/Transport Enforcement Solution
How to check Jharkhand Traffic e-challan status?
You can check your Jharkhand traffic police e-challan status using the Park+ website or Parivahan website.
Use the Park+ website and know your challan status in two simple steps:
- Visit the Jharkhand e-challan web portal on the Park+ website.
Enter your vehicle number and view your challan status details.
Use the Government of India official website- Parivahan, to check your challan status:
- Visit the Parivahan e-challan webpage.
- Enter your Challan number/vehicle number/ Driving license number.
- A list of your e-challans shall be displayed.
Click on the challan to check its status.
How to pay e-challan issued by Jharkhand traffic police?
You can pay an e-challan issued by Jharkhand traffic police both online or offline.
Paying traffic e-challan online:
There are two ways of paying traffic e-challan online - Parivahan website, and Jharkhand Transport official website.
Using Parivahan website:
You can also pay your Jharkhand traffic e-challan by using the Government of India's official e-challan website - Parivahan.
- Visit the Parivahan e-challan webpage.
- Enter your Challan number/Vehicle number/Driving License number.
- Enter the Captcha code and click on Get Details.
- From the displayed list of e-challans, select one to make the payment.
- Your offense details shall be displayed along with the pending fine.
- Proceed with the payment.
- Once the payment is successful, you will receive a confirmation along with the transaction ID.
Using Jharkhand Governments official web portal:
- Visit the Jharkhand Police website.
- Click the e-challan icon on the top.
- Then click on Pay Challan.
- Enter your vehicle registration number or challan number followed by a captcha code.
- A list of your e-challans along with offense details and pending amounts shall be displayed on the screen.
- Select the challan which you want to pay and proceed with the payment option.
- Upon successful completion of the transaction, a confirmation will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Paying Jharkhand traffic e-challan offline:
To pay e-challan issued by Jharkhand traffic police offline, you can choose either of these two options:
- You can visit Jharkhand Traffic police headquarters (Dev Prakash Shastri Marg, Pusa, New Delhi-110012) along with your Driving Licence, Address and Identity Proof, and letter for a traffic violation and submit your fine in cash.
- Or, you can locate a Jharkhand traffic police officer with an e-challan machine. Give him your vehicle details including registration number, challan number, and driving license number. Then, make the payment.
- Or, you can courier a demand draft/cheque to the Jharkhand Traffic police headquarters.
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What are the latest traffic violations and their penalties in Jharkhand?
As per the Motor Vehicle Amendment Act, 2019, the following is the revised list of penalties and their fines as implemented by the Jharkhand Traffic Police:
Offense | Penalty (in Rs) | |
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| First Offence | Subsequent Offence |
Driving in a Prohibited Area or Restricted Road | 500 | 1500 |
Violations of traffic signs | 500 | 1500 |
Dangerous Parking | 500 | 1500 |
Allowing person on running board | 500 | 1500 |
Overtaking Dangerously | 500 | 1500 |
Wrong parking | 500 | 1500 |
Wrong number plate | 500 | 1500 |
Disobedience of orders of authority/refusal to give information | 500 | |
Driving without a valid license (two-wheelers/Three-wheelers/Four-wheelers) | 5000
| |
Retrofitting of motor vehicle/Alteration | 5000 and six months imprisonment | |
Driving with disqualified driving license | 10000 | |
Over-speeding | Light Motor Vehicle: 1000 Passenger/Goods vehicle: 2000 | Light Motor Vehicle: 2000 Passenger/Goods vehicle: 4000 |
Using a mobile phone while driving | 1000 | 10000 |
Excessive passenger in the front seat | 5000 | 10000 |
Driving a vehicle when Mentally or Physically Unfit | 200 | 500 |
Racing/Speed Trial | 5000 | 10000 |
Violating air/sound pollution standards | 1000 | 2000 |
Drive Motor Vehicle Without Registration | 2000 | 5000 |
Driving without permit | 10000 and six months imprisonment | 10000 and one-year imprisonment |
Triple-riding two-wheeler | 1000 and three months suspension of DL | 1000 and three months suspension of DL |
Overloading goods vehicle | 20000 and Rs 2000/- per extra tonne | |
Carrying extra passengers on the vehicle | 200 per passenger | |
Carrying passenger/children without safety belt | 1000 | |
Driving without helmet | 1000 and three months suspension of DL | |
Not providing a way to emergency vehicle | 10000 and six months imprisonment | |
Unnecessarily sounding Horn | 1000 | 2000 |
Driving Motor Vehicle Without Insurance | 2000 | 4000 and six months imprisonment |
Unauthorized interference with vehicle | 1000 | |
Source: Jharkhand Police website
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What are the basic road safety rules to be followed in Jharkhand?
Violation of road safety rules is a punishable offense in Jharkhand. All categories of vehicles should follow the following basic traffic rules:
- Drive on the left side:
Keep to the left side of the road while driving. If there are no dividers or lanes, let the traffic pass safely through your right.
- Overtake from the right:
Always overtake from the right side after flashing the indicator or honking the horn. Avoid overtaking on the narrow lanes as it may jeopardize others lives.
- Respect traffic police:Never disobey or argue with the police offers. Bribing an officer is a punishable offense. Co-operate with the police to ensure smooth movement of traffic on the road.
- Respect traffic signals:
Jumping the traffic signals can cause you a heavy penalty. If there are any pedestrians, wait for them to cross before moving your vehicle.
- Obey No Parking Signs:
Never park your vehicle in the No Parking zone. Also, avoid parking on busy corners or in the middle of the road. Your vehicle can obstruct other motorists and cause accidents or chaos.
- Understand the road signs and markings:
Every driver needs to understand and obey the markings and informatory signals on the road. These signs prepare/warn you of what lies ahead. They also indicate what you're allowed or not allowed to do while driving on the lane further.
- Make way for emergency vehicles:
If you see emergency vehicles such as ambulances, police cars, fire engines trying to pass, make way for them. Blocking their passage may lead to loss of life/property. Therefore, it is considered a punishable offense.
- Carry relevant documents:
A vehicle owner must always carry the following documents in his vehicle:
- For all Vehicles:
Drivers License, Registration certificate, Insurance certificate, and Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
- Only for Commercial Vehicles:
Fitness certificate and tourist permits
- Honking:
Honk only when necessary e.g while overtaking, changing lanes, or passing through a narrow lane. Do not blow horns in front of schools and hospitals.
- Adhere to the Speed Limits:
Always adhere to speed limits both while driving within the city or on highways. Overspeeding or racing on the road may lead to accidental deaths.
- Use of lights:
Use the side indicator lights while switching lanes or turning around. Also, use the fog lights and the emergency light in case of heavy rains or fog. This shall warn the other motorists to maintain a safe distance while driving.
- Do not use mobile phones while driving: Never use mobile phones while driving. In case of an urgent call, first, park your vehicle on the roadside and then use your mobile.
- Never drink and drive:Drunk driving is a punishable offense across India. It can cost you a very heavy fine, imprisonment, or a permanently suspended license. Before getting behind the wheels, make sure that the alcohol level in your blood is within permissible limits.
- A learner should be accompanied:A Learner should never drive alone. He must have someone with a valid driving license sitting beside the passenger seat.
- Prioritize pedestrians:
Always let pedestrians cross the road first. Slow down your vehicle or stop if there iFAQss a zebra crossing ahead. Make way for school-going children and senior citizens.
Other safety rules for two-wheeler drivers in Jharkhand:
- Only one pillion rider:
Two-wheelers can have only two riders - one driver and one pillion passenger at the back. Motorcyclists and scooter riders are not allowed triple-riding.
- Wear safety helmets:
Both the driver and the pillion rider must wear approved safety helmets for protection from a severe head injury. Wearing knee and elbow guards is also advisable.
Other safety rules for four-wheeler drivers in Jharkhand:
- Always wear seat belts:Wearing seat belts is essential while traveling in a car. Besides the driver, other passengers should also wear seat belts to avoid injuries in case of unexpected jerks, sudden brakes, or mishaps. Children sitting in the back seat should also have a harness or belt.
- Use mirrors and indicators:
Always adjust your rearview mirror before hitting the road. The rearview mirror, called the third eye of the driver, is very helpful while taking a turn, changing lanes, overtaking a vehicle, and reversing the vehicle. It is also a good practice to use indicators for the right turn, left turn, and parking/stopping.
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