What steps to take if you are stopped by a traffic police just to check documents

According to orders given to all traffic policemen, they are not supposed to stop any motorist just for checking documents. The motorists have the right to refuse the officer's request. However, motorist's documents can be checked if an offense has been committed. If a motorist has been stopped without any reason, he can note down the name and rank of the police officer and lodge a complaint on the website or email.

The complainant would be required to mention details for necessary action to be taken. Complaints can be mailed at addlcptrafficbcp@gmail.com

For details, contact: 080-25588444/555 or log on to www.bangaloretrafficpolice.gov.in

Source: DNA Bangalore, Page 4, 08-Dec-2009

What is Master Pass and How it will help Motorists

Motorists have to carry their original driving license (DL) and insurance certificate. These documents should be produced for inspection if asked for by a traffic police. But there is provision under the Karnataka Motor Vehicle Rules to obtain a 'master pass' for 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers and 4-wheelers from the RTO which is a proof that the driver has valid documents which includes certificate of registration, taxation card, insurance certificate and DL.

If a motorist is carrying a master pass, there is no need to carry a DL and insurance certificate. Traffic police officers have been instructed not to stop motorists to check documents.

For details, contact: 080-25588444 or log on to www.bangaloretrafficpolice.gov.in

Source: DNA Bangalore, Page 4, 06-Nov-2009