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The Motor Vehicles Act

Penalty for causing obstruction to free flow of traffic

In force Act 59 of 1988 As on 21 Oct 2026

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Act 59 of 1988

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Section 201 of the Motor Vehicles Act deals with penalty for causing obstruction to free flow of traffic. Whoever keeps a disabled vehicle on any public place, in such a manner, so as to cause impediment to the free flow of traffic, shall be liable for penalty up to fifty rupees per hour, so long as it remains in that position: Provided that the vehicle involved in accidents shall be liable for penalty

(1) Whoever keeps a disabled vehicle on any public place, in such a manner, so as to cause impediment to the free flow of traffic, shall be liable for penalty up to fifty rupees per hour, so long as it remains in that position:

Provided that the vehicle involved in accidents shall be liable for penalty only from the time of completion of inspection formalities under the law. 2 [Provided further that where the vehicle is removed by a Government agency, towing charges shall be recovered from the vehicle owner or person in-charge of such vehicle.] 3[(2) Penalties or towing charges under this section shall be recovered by such officer or authority as the State Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, authorise.]

Section 201, The Motor Vehicles Act (Act 59 of 1988).

Questions about Section 201

What does Section 201 of the Motor Vehicles Act deal with?

Section 201 of the Motor Vehicles Act is headed "Penalty for causing obstruction to free flow of traffic". Whoever keeps a disabled vehicle on any public place, in such a manner, so as to cause impediment to the free flow of traffic, shall be liable for penalty up to fifty rupees per hour, so long as it remains in that position: Provided that the vehicle involved in accidents shall be liable for penalty

How do I find court cases under Section 201 of the Motor Vehicles Act?

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When was the Motor Vehicles Act enacted?

Motor Vehicles Act was enacted in 1988 as Act 59 of 1988. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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