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Chennai Traffic Fines 2026: 🚦 Latest Penalties & Rules

The Greater Chennai Traffic Police (GCTP) has strictly enforced updated penalties under the **Motor Vehicles Act**. Avoid heavy fines and legal trouble by following these 2026 traffic regulations.

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Traffic Violation TypeUpdated Fine / Penalty
Drunk Driving (Highly Critical)₹10,000 + 6 Mo Prison
Riding Without Helmet₹1,000 + 3 Mo Disqualification
General Traffic Rule Violation₹500
Driving Without Valid RC₹5,000
Disobeying Police Orders₹2,000
Driving Without Licence₹5,000
Driving Without Insurance₹2,000
Rash and Negligent Driving₹5,000
Juvenile Driving (Owner/Parent)₹25,000 + 3 Yrs Jail
Driving Without Seatbelt₹1,000

⚠️ Chennai Road Safety Tip

Always carry your digital documents on Digilocker or mParivahan. Chennai traffic police accept digital versions of DL, RC, and Insurance as per the IT Act.

Also Read:
Apply Driving License Online|Update Mobile on DL

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