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Motor Vehicle Act 2019 :
The Motor Vehicle Act 2019 provides medical assistance to citizens in the event of any road accident. Also, the amount of compensation paid in the event of death/injury has increased. We will see the crimes and penalties in this new Motor Vehicle Act 2019.
1. Offence
Offences by juveniles
OLD PENALTY
N/A
NEW PENALTY
Guardian/owner shall be deemed to be guilty. INR25,000 with 3 years imprisonment and cancellation of the registration of the vehicle for 12 months. A Juvenile will be tried under the Juvenile Justice Act.
2. Offence
Power of officers to impound documents.
OLD PENALTY
N/A
NEW PENALTY
Suspension of driving license.
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