11/01/2026
UNDERSTANDING IMPOUNDABLE OFFENSES
To impound is to seize and take legal custody of (something, especially a vehicle, goods, or documents) because of an infringement of a law.
On impoundable offenses, 7days in which one should make a payment, is not applicable its a spot fine.
On all non impoundable offenses, 7days is applicable.
EXAMPLES OF NON IMPOUNDABLE OFFENCES
(C/sec- meaning contrary to section)
1.Exeeding speed c/sec 148
2 Failing to fasten a safety belt c/sec 167
3.Exceeding number of occupants c/sec 166
4.Exceeding number of passenger c/sec 115
5.Driver of Psv to wear uniforms c/sec 117
6.Use of a handheld mobile phone c/sec 169
7. Careless driving c/s 154
EXAMPLES OF IMPOUNDABLE OFFENCES
1.Expired test certificate c/sec 23
2.Expired certificate of fitness c/sec 122
3.Unlicensed motor vehicle c/sec 30
4.Unlicensed driver c/sec 56
5.Causing death by reckless or dangerous driving C/sec 161
6.Driving a motor vehicle in a dangerous condition c/sec 163
7.Obstruction of roadway by motor vehicle c/sec 188
8.Excessive discharge of oil and smoke-