What are my rights when dealing with traffic police in India?

The traffic policeman has the right to seize your vehicle’s documents or your driving license in case of any suspicion or violation. In this case, the policeman will provide you with a temporary acknowledgement receipt depicting the circumstances on which your documents are being seized.

Can traffic police stop you for no reason in India?

Detention of the Driver Getting pulled over by the traffic police is very common. As long as you have not committed an offence, there is no reason to worry. Most of the times the police stop a car to check if a car owner if following motor laws, such as compulsion of third party insurance cover for all motor vehicles.

Who can cut challan in India?

Traffic Police officer
Traffic Police officer can issue challan, not the normal police personnel. Only the head constable or officers of higher post can issue challan. A Head Constable can be identified by the 3 stripes of ‘V’ shape on the uniform’s arm. But, they can only issue a penalty of up to ₹ 100.

Can a traffic officer take your phone?

However, in the Western Cape, there is also a bylaw which was first introduced in 2012, that allows road officials to confiscate a motorist’s phone for 24 hours if they are caught driving while using their phone (talking or texting). This could even apply in situations where the other driver was at fault.

Can normal police cut challan in UP?

According to traffic law, A SI or the higher rank of officer has only right to demand your papers. Head constable cannot impose more than 100rs on you and constable has not any right to impose fine on you. If any traffic police cuts your challan without wearing dress then he has not any right to do that.

Can traffic officers fine you?

Answer: The Highways Agency Traffic Officers do not have powers to stop you for speeding. The one thing they have the power to do is to stop the traffic, due to accidents etc.

What is the penalty for failing to stop for police?

Penalties: Unlimited fine. Community order or up to 6 months’ imprisonment can be imposed. 3 – 9 penalty points or disqualification from driving.