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Proposed Amendments to Indian Laws to Hold Offenders Accountable in Case of Accidents

  • Posted on August 12, 2023
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Indian Laws to Hold Offenders Accountable



The Indian central government has introduced a series of proposed amendments to the country's legal framework, aiming to address hit-and-run cases and ensure that individuals responsible for accidents cannot escape justice. The new provisions stipulate that after a road accident, vehicle operators must report the incident to the police. Failure to do so could result in imprisonment of up to ten years.

 

Commonly, there has been a widespread belief among the public that those responsible for accidents often manage to escape justice by leaving the accident scene. This new legislative proposal aims to change that narrative.


 

Proposed amendments to Indian laws aim to ensure accountability for accidents, with stricter penalties for negligence. Implications for various sectors.
Proposed amendments to Indian laws aim to ensure accountability for accidents, with stricter penalties for negligence. Implications for various sectors. (ANI Photo)


Under the proposed Indian Penal Code amendments, if negligence leads to someone's death, the offender will face a minimum of seven years in prison and a fine. For offenses that do not fall under the category of intentional murder, fleeing the scene or failing to report the incident promptly to a police officer or magistrate could lead to both imprisonment and fines.

 

The proposed amendments also seek to make offenders accountable for their actions. If the bill is passed in Parliament, it could hold accountable those whose negligence or non-intentional actions cause another person's death.


 

Proposed Amendments to Indian Laws to Hold Offenders Accountable in Case of Accidents
Proposed Amendments to Indian Laws to Hold Offenders Accountable in Case of Accidents


The amendments would impose stringent penalties, including up to ten years of imprisonment and fines. This change is pivotal in making individuals take responsibility for their actions and ensuring that the consequences of their negligence are addressed adequately.

 

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