During the implementation of the GRAP, fines of Rs. 20,000 were incorrectly issued to individuals for BS 3 and 4 vehicles.
The orders were issued by the Gurugram Judicial Magistrate First Class Court, referring to the violation of MV Act Section 194. According to the court, these challans were issued erroneously as Section 194 pertains to fines for commercial vehicles for overloading.
👨⚖️ Court’s Verdict
The court highlighted that the fines issued were not in accordance with the law, leading to confusion among vehicle owners. Section 194 of the MV Act specifically addresses penalties related to overloading of commercial vehicles, not for BS 3 and 4 vehicles. Therefore, the challans were deemed invalid.
📝 Key Takeaways
- Incorrect challans were issued to owners of BS 3 and 4 vehicles during the implementation of the GRAP.
- The fines, amounting to Rs. 20,000, were issued under Section 194 of the MV Act, which pertains to commercial vehicle overloading.
- The Gurugram Judicial Magistrate First Class Court declared these fines as invalid, as they were not in accordance with the law.
- The ruling brings clarity to the situation and ensures that vehicle owners are not wrongly penalized.
This decision by the court alleviates concerns among vehicle owners and underscores the importance of adhering to legal protocols while issuing fines. It emphasizes the need for accurate implementation of regulations to avoid confusion and ensure justice.