So there are a number of ways you can get off the hook of a traffic violation, but yeah, you're also living in a fool's paradise if you really think so. And the above-mentioned things, are only good to be told to your friends and not to the traffic police. Because if you do, you're only inviting more trouble instead.

But there are things you can do, that can really make sure that you don't have to pay any challans! So here's a list of these!

Buy A New & Loud Alarm Clock

Running traffic lights is not inevitable, leaving your house on time with buffer time for traffic congestions is. So, go and buy a new alarm clock today, one that rings loud & clearly disturbing in the morning, you won't ever need to jump a traffic signal.

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It's Time To Bring Out The Fossil - Your Helmet

There's a reason that when you buy a new two-wheeler, you get a helmet for free. It's to be used every once you take your two-wheeled ride along. One for the other and together for you! A safe, affordable and worthy bike ride requires you to wear a helmet every once. Or else, it'll cost you dearly, least with your money and the worst with your life. Life's difficult, but road's unforgiving!

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Seat Belt Reminders

Seat Belt Reminders! Well, there's nothing as such. It's your job to put the seat belt on and before you turn on the ignition. Making a habit is going to be difficult, but you can hang a sign that says "seat-belt"! If you're that juvenile to forget it every once.

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Install Uber & Ola Apps For Saturday Nights

We know that drinking is something you're allowed to, but driving afterward, is still out of the picture. So, install a cab service application if you don't have one, and use it every once you head out for drinks. Especially those mad Saturday nights when you've sloshed away to glory in the vice spirits of life.

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"Check The Certificates Day" Is On The Charts

Hey, it's the check all the certificates day! Didn't seem so exciting? well, it would the next once you're pulled over by a policeman and you have all your car health certificates in order. The happiness of riding out of a police-checkpoint, without having any fine or penalty paid is priceless.

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Tape The Speedometer - The Limit's 50

Well, we know you cannot pull your step off the accelerator once it's on. But maybe you should try something different now. Install a speed limiter in your car, maybe that's what'll make you go slow. And if you can't do that, then at least take a good look at the number of people who lose their lives to road accidents every day. What you call thrilling, is going to cost someone with life. So go steady around, it won't matter much if you reach a little later than you do.

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See, life's precious and on the road, it's vulnerable as well. So don't be the one to bet on it with the uncertainty of traffic on the roads. If you won't make a mistake, someone else may! And the only safe way across is to follow the traffic rules, they're there for a reason. And you have to be lucky always, but unlucky just once, to lose it all in a second! The Road's unforgiving, always!

FAQ's

Q. What happens if I don't pay the traffic challan?

A. As per the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, you are liable to pay any outstanding fines issued in your name. Any failure to do so would result in graver penalties and time served in cases as well. So, at least it's a bigger chunk of money out of your pocket or at worst it'll be a night in the jail along with buddies you would definitely mind.

Q. What are the new, revised challans in Delhi?

A. The Revised Challans (Effective, September 2019) are stated below:

Driving without PUC (Pollution Certificate) copy - Rs. 2000
Violating Air Pollution Standards (for Vehicles emitting Excess Black Smoke on Road) - Rs 10000
Driving without Driving License. Note: Vehicle can also be impounded by Traffic Police when driven without DL - Rs. 5000
Red Light Jumping - Rs 1000
Breaking Speed Limit or Over-speeding - Rs 1000 for Cars, Rs 2000 for Medium Commercial Vehicle
Overspeeding along with charges of Dangerous Driving / Speeding at High Speed / Racing. Additionally: Now Driving license will be seized on the spot by police & suspended for at least 3 months. The person will not be allowed to drive vehicle, Has to call someone from family/friends to drive a car - Rs 5000
Driving without Seat Belt. Additionally: 2 Hour Counselling will also be required to be taken from designated Traffic Police Official on Importance of Seat Belt and need - Rs 1000
Driving without Valid Car Insurance - Rs 2000
More than 2 People on 2 Wheeler (Bike, Scooter) - Rs 1000
Helmet not Worn by 2 Wheeler Rider including Pillion Rider - Rs 1000 + License Suspended for 3 Months
Red Light Jumping and Driving Dangerously where Traffic Police can take into consideration the safety of others. Now, Driving License will be seized on the spot by police & suspended for at least 3 months. Additionally, the person will not be allowed to drive a vehicle and will have to call someone from family/friends to drive a car - Rs 5000
Violation of directions of an on-duty police officer - Rs 2000
Double Fine: Overspeeding along with Dangerous Driving and Violation of direction of an on-duty Police Officer - Rs 7000
Not providing a way to an Emergency Vehicle - Rs 10000
Driving without having Insurance Copy in Car. Additionally, Vehicle is also liable to be detained/impounded by the Traffic Police - Rs 1000 + Court Challan
Drunken Driving - Additionally, Vehicle is also liable to be detained/impounded by Traffic Police. The offense is applicable for any person under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driving found to have a BAC (Blood Alcohol Content level) exceeding 30 mg per 100 ml of blood detected by a breath analyzer - Rs 10000 + Court Challan
Using Mobile Cell Phone during Driving by Driver (Other Occupants in Car are free to use Mobile phone, no offense then). Additionally: Now Driving license will be seized on the spot by police & suspended for at least 3 months. The person will not be allowed to drive a vehicle, Has to call someone from family/friends to drive the car - Rs. 5000
Driving without a High-Security Number Plate (for New Cars in Delhi) Also - as its as per Supreme Court Order, so any Newly delivered vehicle found without HSRP is contempt of Supreme Court Order and is also liable to be prosecuted if found without HSRP Plate - Rs. 2000
Selfie While Driving Car - Rs 2000
Commercial Usage in Private Car (Offering Lift to Unknown Person, Driving Private Car for Commercial Interest) - Rs 2000
Offense by Minor (while Minor Caught driving car/vehicle) - Rs 25,000 Fine with 3 Year Imprisonment for Car Owner (in whose name vehicle registered or Parents as the case). Juvenile to be booked under the Juvenile Act. Along with it Vehicle registration will be marked canceled
Bull Bar / Front Bumper Guard / Rear Bumper Guard - Rs 1000

Other Fines:

Opposite driving on a One Way - Rs 500
Defective Number Plate / Fancy Number Plate - Rs 500
Driving without a headlight on or after sunset - Rs 500
Driving using High-Beam in the night - Rs 500
Crossing Zebra Lane or Standing on the white light - Rs 500
Obstructive or improper parking, causing inconvenience - Rs 500

Q. Can the traffic police take my RC?

A. Yes, they can, depending on the offense, they can impound your Registration Certificate, the Insurance Certificate, your Driving License, and the PUC (Pollution Certificate), however, they have to provide a receipt of the same stating that these certificates are hereby confiscated for the stated reasons and penalties.

Q. Can the traffic police take my vehicle's keys?

A. No, the traffic police cannot force you out of the vehicle and cannot confiscate the keys, even when the vehicle is impounded you have the right to keep the keys with you. Also, the traffic police would need an e-challan machine or a valid challan book to impose any fine and would provide proper receipts of the same.

Q. Is a photocopy of RC valid?

A. It's perfectly valid. Even without the signature of a gazetted authority, the photocopy is valid within the city.

Q. Can a traffic cop confiscate my license without any reason?

A. No, they can't, to make you provide the license or any other registration proof, they need to have a valid reason or a traffic offense that you may have made. However, they do have the power to check these at their discretion at any given time. The Motor Vehicles Act has vested these powers in the traffic police personnel.

Q. Can I make a traffic challan payment online?

A. Yes, you can, all you need is a proper challan number and you can use the e-portals to pay for it using your debit/credit card, net banking or even through your PayTM wallet.

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