Drunk and drive fine in Indore
The drunk driving fine in Indore, India is as follows:
- First offense: INR 10,000 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment.
- Second offense: INR 15,000 and/or up to 2 years imprisonment.
In addition to the fine and/or imprisonment, the offender’s driving license may also be suspended or canceled.
The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 prohibits drunk driving in India. Under Section 185 of the Act, it is an offense to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for driving in India is 0.03%.
The Indore Traffic Police has been cracking down on drunk driving in recent years. In 2022, the police booked over 10,000 cases of drunk driving in the city.
If you are caught drunk driving in Indore, you will be taken to the nearest police station for a breathalyzer test. If your BAC level is above the legal limit, you will be arrested and charged with drunk driving.
To avoid getting arrested for drunk driving, it is important to never drive after drinking alcohol. If you have consumed alcohol, it is best to take a taxi or ride-sharing service home.
Adcocate J.S. Rohilla (Civil & Criminal Lawyer in Indore)
Contact: 88271 22304
