As per Section 279 of the Indian Penal Code, any individual found guilty of rash or negligent driving, endangering human life, can be punished by law. As per the law, such an individual can be imprisoned for a period of up to 6 months, fined ₹1,000, or both. The provision under Section 279 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, is in place to protect the safety of the public and to prevent accidents that can result in injury and death. The fundamental objective of this provision is to deter individuals from driving and riding recklessly on public roads and to ensure road safety for the public. The provision aims to promote responsible driving habits and to prevent individuals from endangering themselves and others on the road. Which crime is ... IPC 279 is a cognizable offence thus the police officer can arrest the offender without a warrant. How to file/defend your case for IPC 279 offence? There are 2 options available to file a case u/s 279. - You can give an application orally or in writing to an officer in charge of the police station u/s 279 to register an FIR. I.P.C 279, Rash driving or riding on a public way, from the Indian Penal Code, by Advocate Raman Devgan
