Even if an ambulance or fire brigade vehicle crushes seven people, its driver is not punished. In childhood, it was often said among children that if an ambulance or fire brigade vehicle is going for an emergency and during this time it hits someone, then no legal action is taken against its driver. But is this true? Let us know about it in detail.
Is this true?
In India, if an ambulance or fire brigade hits a person, then how much punishment the ambulance driver will get depends on the situation and aspects of the incident. Actually, under Indian law, it is mandatory for drivers of all vehicles, whether they are associated with emergency services or not, to follow road safety and traffic rules.
Although some exemptions are given for emergency services like ambulance and fire brigade, but this does not mean that they are allowed to drive carelessly. That is, if someone dies due to the negligence of the drivers of these vehicles, action will definitely be taken against them.
Under which law will action be taken
If someone dies or gets injured due to negligence or careless driving of the driver of an ambulance or fire brigade vehicle, then he can be considered as the cause of death due to negligence under section 304A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). If the driver is found guilty under this section, he can be jailed for two years or fined or both.
These exemptions are available
Vehicles of emergency services like ambulance and fire brigade also get many types of exemptions. For example, these vehicles can break the red light in emergency situations. If necessary, they can also run on the wrong side. Even if a person deliberately blocks their way, a fine of Rs 10,000 can be imposed on him. Apart from this, the person can also be jailed for at least 6 months.
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