What documents should a driver carry when driving?

• Driving license / Registration certificate
• Taxation Certificate
• Emission Test Certificate
• Insurance Certificate
• Fitness Certificate & Permit (incase of transport vehicles)

Who is authorized to collect the traffic fine on the spot?

Any traffic branch officer of and above the rank of Sub-Inspector of Police duly authorized with a receipt book.

If I don't have money to pay fine, what is the procedure?

As per Sec.206 (2) of M.V.Act, 1988,if you will not pay fine, your driving license may be impounded in lieu of temporary license permit, which is issued by the official handling the matter.

I have recieved a notice from the Traffic Enforcement Automation Centre? What do I do?

You can pay the fine at the Enforcement Automation Centre, 13th Floor, Public Utility Building, MG. Road, Bangalore. or at any of the 29 Traffic Police Stations in Bangalroe city.

What is the rule regarding seat belts? Is it binding using seat belts while driving in interior areas or bylanes?

The driver and the person seated in the front seat must wear the seat belts while vehicle is in motion ( U/S 138 CMVR r/w 177 MVA). It has been made compulsory to the manufacturers from the year 1995 to provide seat belts to vehicles. It is binding on occupants to wear the seat belts whenever vehicle is in motion.

What is the rule for use of mobile phone?

As per section 250 (A) MMVR, r/w 177 M.V.Act, no driver while driving or riding a motor vehicle (including two wheelers) shall use a mobile phone.

Can other occupants of the motor vehicle use the mobile phone?

Yes. Other than driver, occupants of the motor vehicle can use mobile phone

What is fine or penalty for using mobile phone, while driving?

As per section 177 of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988, the fine for using mobile phone while driving is Rs.100/. But, if it causes further inconvenience or is hazardous to the road users, then the driver may be fined for negligence driving, for which fine is Rs.1000/- and compounding fee is Rs.500/-.

If I am a doctor; can I use my mobile phone in an emergency while driving?

No. Exemption is not given to any one in the M.V Act or Rules regarding this and all are same in front of law.

What is the meaning of the odd and even parking board? Does it relate to date or day of the month /week?

The odd and even day parking relates to the date of the month & not the day of the month/week.

What are the duties of a driver when his vehicle is involved in an accident resulting in death/bodily injury/damage to property?

The duties are as under:
· Arrange for medical help· Inform the police
· In case the vehicle is carrying dangerous goods, keep everyone away, avoid smoking in the vicinity and take emergency action as displayed on the vehicle.

Under what conditions is the towing of a vehicle allowed?

Vehicle abandoned or left unattendedParked in a parking restricted zoneParked in a way causing inconvenience to other road users

What is the punishment for drunken driving/driving under the influence of any drug?

If a driver is caught driving a vehicle with alcohol in his blood exceeding 30 mg per 100 ml or he is under the influence of a drug to such an extent that he is incapable of exercising proper control over the vehicle, the following will be the punishments:· First Offence: Imprisonment up to 6 months or fine up to Rs 2,000 or both· Subsequent Offence: Imprisonment up to 2 years or fine up to Rs 3,000 or both

When can the authorities detain a vehicle?

Authorities can detain a vehicle in the following circumstances:
• Vehicle being driven by an individual without valid driving license
• Vehicle being driven without registration
• Transport vehicle being driven without Permit
• Vehicle being driven without payment of Tax
• Improper/suspicious registration. No number plate

What are the consequences for driving without a license?

You will be fined Rs.300/-

Is wearing helmet compulsory for Scooter and Motorcycle riders?

Yes. Wearing helmet is compulsory. Violators will be charged U/sec.177 of M.V.Act-1988 for which fine is Rs.100/-

What comprises a good helmet?

Good helmets have fiberglass or thermoplastic outer shells. EPS (Thermocole) is considered to be the best energy absorbing liner available and must be present in a good helmet.Nylon or Terylene woven tape of tubular instruction is found to be the best for chinstraps.Steel Anchor plates are also a must for securing the chinstraps to the shell. Fastening by double "D" rings; bar-n-buckle or all metal clasps are most secure.Rivets of copper or brass are best for fixing anchor plates to the shell.The helmet must fit snugly and not wobble or move, ones fastened on the head. Beadings, paints etc. are frills that are applied to promote the helmet. So look for these features in a helmet before making your choice.

Why must I wear a helmet when I do not normally exceed 55 km while riding?

At 55 kmph you are traveling at 49 feet per second i.e. the speed at which you will hit the ground if you jump out a window on the fourth floor of a building!