Section 177General Offences
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177
General Offences
Motor Vehicles Act
Offences and Penalties
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Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar · Practicing since 3 years
📅 Updated 2026-04-11📚 Source: The Gazette of India
BailableCognizableCompoundable
🗣️ Simple Explanation

This section covers general traffic violations where there's no specific penalty. If you break a traffic rule, you might get a fine. The fine is higher if you do it again.

⚖️ Punishment

₹100 fine (first offense); ₹300 fine (subsequent offense)

💡 Real Life Example

B fails to wear a helmet. Since there's no specific section for this, B is charged under this section.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • You have the right to know the reason for the fine.
  • You can challenge the fine if you think it's unfair.
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Sources & References

📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library

⚖️ Content reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, with 3 years of legal practice

📚 Act Reference: Motor Vehicles Act

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified advocate for specific legal matters.

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