Section 184 of MVA : Section 184: Driving Dangerously

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where John is driving through a residential area at a speed significantly higher than the posted speed limit. He is also intermittently using his phone to text. As he approaches a crosswalk, he fails to notice the red light and speeds through it. At the same time, a pedestrian is about to cross the road, and a nearby car has to swerve out of the way to avoid a collision with John's car. The pedestrian and other drivers are visibly shaken and distressed by this dangerous maneuver.

Under Section 184 of The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, John's actions of speeding in a residential area, using his phone while driving, and ignoring the red light are considered dangerous to the public. This could lead to him being charged and potentially facing a punishment of imprisonment for up to one year or a fine between one thousand and five thousand rupees, or both, for his first offence. If John had previous similar offences within the last three years, the penalties could be even more severe.