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Reversing on a highway is a non-compoundable offence. The Central Govt cracks down on states collecting old fine amounts. Karnataka HC rules FASTag blacklisting without notice is illegal.
Central Govt cracks down on states collecting old fine amounts
The Central Government has issued a reminder circular to all state transport departments to implement the MVA 2019 fine schedule uniformly. Several states were still collecting the old (lower) fine amounts — in violation of the central schedule.
What this means for you: If a state officer quotes a fine amount lower than the national minimum, that is not a discount — it is non-compliance. You can verify the correct amount on the Fine Searcher.
Reversing on a national highway is a non-compoundable offence
Most drivers are familiar with overspeeding and drunk driving. But Section 184 — 'dangerous driving' — covers a long list of actions that create risk for other road users, including reversing on a highway after missing an exit.
Non-compoundable means: no on-the-spot settlement (not even with a receipt), your vehicle can be impounded, and the case goes to court — not just a fine.
The next time you miss an exit on the NH, go to the next U-turn point. The fine is ₹1,000–₹5,000, and you'll have a court date to go with it.
Karnataka HC: FASTag blacklisting without notice is illegal
The Karnataka High Court ruled that NHAI cannot blacklist a FASTag without first issuing a written notice to the vehicle owner and giving them a reasonable opportunity to respond.
If your FASTag has been blacklisted and you did not receive a notice: you have grounds to challenge it. We'll cover the full step-by-step procedure in a dedicated Wiki article.
Delivery partner contests challan using Fine Searcher — wins
A delivery partner in Bengaluru contested a challan by showing the officer the fine amount on roadz.in's Fine Searcher — confirming that the quoted fine was ₹500 over the legal maximum. The officer issued the correct amount.
That is exactly what this platform is for.
Helmet Rule — Rider AND Pillion
Both the rider and the pillion must wear an ISI/BIS-marked helmet. The fine applies to the rider even if only the pillion is not wearing a helmet. A fine can be levied separately for each — rider and pillion.
MVA 2019, Section 129 | Last verified: 2026-01-09
Legal information, not legal advice. All content is sourced from official government documents. For specific legal matters, consult a qualified lawyer.