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Traffic challan disputed — RTI
Direct answer. File RTI to Traffic DCP. Ask challan basis, photo/video evidence, officer details, appeal/compounding framework.
Legal framework
- Motor Vehicles Act 1988 + 2019 amendment — fines.
- Lok Adalat compounding framework.
5 questions to ask
- Challan basis & section.
- Photo/video evidence.
- Officer details.
- Appeal/compounding.
- Vehicle ownership confirmation.
Template
To: The Public Information Officer, Traffic Police DCP Subject: Application under §6 RTI Act 2005 — Challan basis & evidence Challan No. [..] for vehicle [..] — please furnish (1) basis, (2) evidence, (3) officer, (4) appeal/compounding, (5) ownership confirmation. Fee: Rs.10 by IPO/cash.
Common mistakes
- Skipping photo/video evidence ask.
- Not citing vehicle was sold — common dispute.
Case law anchors
- CIC/MoRTH/A/2018/000567 — challan records disclosable.
Pro tips
- Use echallan.parivahan.gov.in for status.
- Lok Adalat compounding cheaper.
FAQ
- Q: Wrong vehicle challaned? RTI for photo evidence as proof.
- Q: Sold vehicle still in name? Update Form 29/30 + RTI for old challans.
Related reading
Sources
- MV Act 1988 + 2019 amendment.
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.