# The Stage-Carriages Act, 1861, Section 12: Penalty for misconduct on part of drivers

- Act: The Stage-Carriages Act, 1861 (Act 16 of 1861)
- In force from: 1861-07-07
- Ministry: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/stage-carriages-act-1861/section/12/

## Text

If any driver of any stage-carriage, or any other person having the care thereof, shall, through intoxication, neglect, or by wanton or furious driving, or by any other misconduct, endanger the safety of any passenger or other person, or shall injure or endanger the property of the proprietor of such stage-carriage or of any other person, every such person so offending shall be liable to a fine not exceeding one hundred rupees.

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