Lok Adalat is a special type of court, which is organized to settle petty disputes and cases. This also includes traffic challans. However, it is not an opportunity for forgiveness; rather, the fine is reduced or the case is settled on the basis of compromise.
National Lok Adalat 14 September 2024 This time the National Lok Adalat was set up on 14 September 2024. If you have long pending traffic challans, then this is a good opportunity to settle them. Keep in mind that the district in which your challan has been issued, it will be settled in the Lok Adalat of the same district. If you miss this chance, then you will have to pay the challan through virtual court or other options.
Whose traffic challans can be waived off in Lok Adalat?: Minor violation cases: If you have committed minor violation of traffic rules, like not wearing a seat belt, not wearing a helmet, or jumping a red light, such challans can be settled in Lok Adalat.
Challan for non-serious offence: If the challan is related to general traffic rule violations and does not involve any serious offence or accident, then the chances of settlement of the challan are higher.
Reaching the Lok Adalat on time: You have to be present on the day of Lok Adalat. There the traffic police and judicial officer will settle the matter on the basis of compromise.
Process to settle challan in Lok Adalat: Receiving summons/notice: People who have pending traffic challan are sent a summons or notice from the Lok Adalat, which mentions the date and time.
Appearing at the Lok Adalat: On the scheduled date, you have to appear at the Lok Adalat, where the case is heard before a judge and a traffic officer.
Compromise and fine: The fine for the challan is decided on the basis of compromise in the Lok Adalat. Usually, some discount is given in the fine, due to which you have to pay less amount.
Payment of fine: After the settlement, the decided fine is deposited in the court itself and the challan case gets closed.
What documents are required for Lok Adalat?: The following documents are required to be carried to Lok Adalat for the waiver or settlement of traffic challan:
Copy of Challan: Carry the original or printed copy of the traffic challan. It contains the challan number, date, and penalty details.
Vehicle Documents: Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC) must be carried along to prove that you are the owner or associated with the vehicle.
Driving License: You must also carry your valid driving license, which proves that you are an authorized driver.
ID Proof: Carry Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport or any other valid ID proof so that your identity can be confirmed.
Information about previous challan: If any challan has already been issued against you or is pending, then keep its information also with you.
Court Notice/Summons: Carry the summons or notice that you received from the court to appear before the Lok Adalat.
Vehicle Insurance: The vehicle’s insurance document may also be useful, especially if the challan is related to an accident or insurance.
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