Section 133 MV Act
What must I do if police ask me for driver details of my vehicle?
Short answer
You must give the police the driver’s name, address and licence information that you have or can reasonably discover.
In detail
When a police officer who has been given authority by the state asks you, as the vehicle’s owner, for details about the person who was driving or riding as a conductor, you are required to cooperate. You must tell the officer the driver’s or conductor’s full name, where they live, and what licence they hold. You should provide this information if you already have it, such as from a log book or a written record. If you do not have the details at hand, you must make a reasonable effort to find them – for example, by checking recent trip records, contacting the driver, or looking up the licence number. The law expects you to supply whatever you can reasonably discover. This duty helps the police investigate traffic offences and ensures that the responsible person can be identified. Keeping accurate records of who uses your vehicle makes it easier to meet this requirement.
Related questions
Can I appeal a motor vehicle claims tribunal award if I disagree?
Yes – you may appeal to the High Court within 90 days, but if you must pay you need to deposit up to Rs 25,000 (or half the award, whichever is less) and the dispute must be at least Rs 1 lakh.
Who can file a claim for compensation after a motor vehicle accident?
The injured person, the property owner, the deceased’s legal heirs, or an authorized agent can file a claim.
What penalty can I face if I drive against sections 3 or 4?
You may be jailed up to three months, fined up to ₹5,000, or both.
What must I do if I'm the driver after a crash and someone is injured?
You must try to get medical help for the injured and report the accident to police within 24 hours.
Not legal advice. This is general legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and every case turns on its own facts — speak to a lawyer about your situation.