Community Question Bank

Find answers to frequently asked questions from the Nyaaya community on various legal issues.

Can the Traffic Police challan me for using my private car for commercial purposes?

Yes, you can be issued a challan for using a private car for commercial purposes as you need a separate license for using a commercial car.

What is an e- Challan?

An e-Challan is an electronic document. If you are stopped by a traffic police and you are issued an e-challan, you can go to this website and pay your fine online. The e-Challan information is available online in both Hindi and English.

If a traffic police officer asks for an amount that is not the correct traffic fine, what can I do?

If a traffic police officer asks for an amount and you are unsure whether it is the correct traffic fine, you can do the following:

  • Ask the officer about the traffic rule that you have violated.
  • Then, ask for a challan or e-challan from the officer. The challan or e-challan will state the correct traffic fine amount.

If you think you are being asked for a higher amount than what is due as the correct fine amount, insist on having a challan or e-challan issued to you. This way, you can ensure that you only pay the exact fine amount as given under the law.

When I was stopped by a police officer, I did not have enough money to pay the traffic fine. What should I do? What is the procedure for paying this fine?

The government has come up with a system of e-Challans that allow you to pay fines through an online portal. You can check the status of your e-Challan and pay the fine here.

However, if you cannot pay online and cannot pay the spot fine either, the police may keep your driving license to ensure your presence in Court. You will be issued an acknowledgement receipt with instructions on where to collect your license and pay your fine.

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