Section 62A of The inland vessels act, 1917
1[62A. Punishment for offences relating to accident.--If the master or the driver or other person in charge of the inland mechanically propelled vessel fails to report an accident in which his vessel is involved as required under Chapter VIA, he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both, or, if having been previously convicted of an offence under this section, he is again convicted of an offence under this section, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.]
Summary
- This section establishes the criminal penalties for failing to report a vessel accident as required by law.
- The legal duty to report the accident applies to the master, the driver, or whoever is in charge of the vessel at the time.
- It specifically punishes the failure to follow the reporting rules found in Chapter VIA of the Act.
- A first-time offender can be sentenced to up to three months in prison or a fine of five hundred rupees.
- For those who have been convicted of this offence before, the maximum jail time increases to six months.
- Repeat offenders also face a higher maximum fine of one thousand rupees.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is the penalty for a first-time failure to report an accident under Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act?
According to Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, a first offence can result in up to three months of imprisonment, a fine of up to five hundred rupees, or both.
2. Who must report an accident to avoid punishment under Section 62A of the 1917 Act?
The master, the driver, or any other person who is currently in charge of the mechanically propelled vessel is required to report under Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917.
3. Does the fine increase for a second offence under Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act?
Yes, if a person is convicted again after a previous conviction under Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, the fine can go up to one thousand rupees.
4. Can a person be jailed for not reporting a boat accident under the Inland Vessels Act?
Yes, Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, allows for three months of jail for a first offence and six months for subsequent offences.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, what is the maximum fine for a master's first failure to report an accident?
Q2.Which chapter's reporting requirements is Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, designed to enforce?
Q3.What is the maximum prison sentence for a repeat offender under Section 62A of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917?
Q4.Who can be held liable for failing to report an accident under Section 62A of the 1917 Act?