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You cannot use a mobile phone while driving any motor vehicle, as it can pose a danger to the driver and the public. It can also be considered as dangerous driving, for which, you will be punished with:
- First Time (First Offence): Jail time between 6 months to 1 year or a fine between Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000, or both1. The applicable fine amount might vary across states.
- Subsequent Offence: If you commit this offence within three years of committing your first offence, you will be punished with jail time of up to 2 years, or a fine of Rs. 10,000, or both1. The applicable fine amount might vary across states.
Given below are the fine amounts for two states:
|
State |
Frequency of Offence |
Fine Amount (In INR) |
|
Delhi |
First Offence |
1,000 – 5,000
|
|
Any Subsequent Offence |
10,000 |
|
|
Karnataka |
First Offence |
Two/Three-Wheeler – 1,500 Light Motor Vehicle – 3,000 Others – 5,000
|
|
Any Subsequent Offence |
10,000 |
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