Section 185 — Drunk driving

Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

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Whoever drives a motor vehicle with alcohol exceeding 30 mg per 100 ml of blood, or under the influence of a drug, shall be punishable.

In simple terms

Driving with blood-alcohol above the limit or under the influence of drugs is an offence.

Punishment

First offence: up to 6 months imprisonment and/or fine up to Rs.10,000.