Independent informational guide · Reviewed: August 2026
Section 184: Dangerous Driving Under the Motor Vehicles Act
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Section 184: Dangerous Driving Under the Motor Vehicles Act
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Frequently Asked Questions
1.Is speeding always Section 184?
Not automatically. Speeding can be addressed separately, while Section 184 considers whether the speed or manner of driving was dangerous in the circumstances.
2.Does mobile-phone use count?
Use of a handheld communications device while driving is expressly included in the statutory explanation.
3.Can licence suspension follow?
Depending on the facts and action by the competent authority, separate suspension or disqualification proceedings may arise.
4.Is red-light jumping dangerous driving?
The explanation to Section 184 includes jumping a red light.
5.What happens for a repeat offence?
A second or later similar offence within three years can attract imprisonment up to two years, a ₹10,000 fine, or both.
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Content should be reviewed whenever MoRTH, Parivahan, Sarathi or a state transport department changes a form, fee, eligibility rule, portal flow or document requirement. Last reviewed: August 2026.