Can you smoke cigarettes while driving a car, what is the punishment for it?
Smoking Rule in Car: If you are asked whether you will be fined for smoking in a car or not, then you may not be able to answer it with full confidence. This is not only with you.
Not wearing a seat belt in the car, driving the vehicle at excessive speed, not wearing a helmet, driving a vehicle after drinking alcohol, all these are punishable crimes according to the Indian Motor Vehicle Act and you can be fined for this. But this question arises in the minds of many people whether there is any kind of penalty for driving a car while smoking a cigarette. If you also have the same question in your mind, then this article is for you.
Can the police fine you for smoking in a car?
While driving a car, you have to follow traffic rules, along with this, you also have to follow many rules regarding the parked car. The government can also fine you for this. There are many rules and regulations about which people are not even aware. One such rule is related to smoking, yes. If you smoke while sitting in the car, the police can issue you a challan, so you need to be careful.
What does the Motor Vehicle Act say?
Smoking or drinking alcohol in a public place is a legal offense. In such a situation, when your vehicle is on the road, it is also considered as a public place. Now if you are found smoking while sitting in the car, the police will issue you a challan and you will not be able to present any explanation for it. Therefore, along with drinking alcohol while sitting inside the car, smoking cigarettes while sitting in the car is also a legal offense under Section DMVR 86.1(5)/177 of the Motor Vehicle Act.
The fine can be this much
Under Section 86.1(5)/177 of the Motor Vehicle Act, if you are caught smoking in a car or a public place, you can be fined Rs 100 for the first time and Rs 300 for the second time. These rules have been made to stop smoking in public places. Apart from this, the police can issue you a challan of up to Rs 500 for driving under the influence of alcohol and drinking alcohol in public.
Do not smoke in a CNG or LPG vehicle even by mistake
If you have a CNG or LPG-powered vehicle, then you should completely avoid smoking while sitting in it. Doing this can cost you more than your pocket. There is a risk of fire in gas vehicles, which can also lead to a painful death. If you are not aware of the complaint of a gas leak in the vehicle, then smoking can immediately catch fire and take your life.
