Penalty Puzzle: Know When to Pay & When to Protest

With the stricter traffic laws and hefty fines implemented in 2025, it is important to know one's rights in relation to traffic challans. You can dispute unfair fines even if issued through e-challans or offline modes when there are discrepancies. Steps to Dispute a Challan: 1. Online: Visit the P...

With the stricter traffic laws and hefty fines implemented in 2025, it is important to know one's rights in relation to traffic challans. You can dispute unfair fines even if issued through e-challans or offline modes when there are discrepancies. Steps to Dispute a Challan: 1. Online: Visit the Parivahan portal or traffic police website. Select the "Dispute" option to file your complaint backed by evidence like photos or GPS reading. 2. Offline: Complete a written complaint at the issuing authority or court mentioned on the challan. Attach supporting documents for your case. 3. Lok Adalat: Attend sessions like the recent March 8 National Lok Adalat for quick settlement. Tip: Don't delay, disputes have an expiry date. For complicated disputes, take the help of a lawyer. Source: NDTV, Indususedcars