National Lok Adalat on 13 December: How To Clear Pending Traffic Challans

National Lok Adalat sessions planned several times in 2025 give vehicle owners another chance to settle long pending traffic challans and penalties at lower charges. These special drives help reduce the load on courts and allow motorists to close minor cases without going through long legal steps. The next nationwide session will be held on 13 December 2025 and many states will participate

States Taking Part In The National Lok Adalat For Pending Traffic Challans

The one day Lok Adalat will handle traffic violations that can be compounded meaning they can be resolved without a long court hearing. States expected to take part include:

• Delhi
• Haryana
• Punjab
• Maharashtra
• Uttar Pradesh
• Gujarat
• Tamil Nadu
• Telangana
• Karnataka
• Rajasthan
• West Bengal

Each of these states will allow eligible motorists to settle minor traffic fines at a reduced amount if the case qualifies for compounding under local rules

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Who Can Use The National Lok Adalat To Clear Traffic Challans?

Motorists with pending traffic challans or e-challans that have not developed into major court cases can participate in the session. The process mainly covers everyday road violations such as:

• Signal jumping
• Wrong or illegal parking
• Driving without a valid PUC
• Not wearing a helmet
• Not using a seatbelt

These are treated as minor offences and can usually be cleared without strict penalties during the Lok Adalat

Offenses that cannot be resolved in Lok Adalat include:

• Drunk driving
• Hit-and-run cases
• Cases that involve injuries or loss of life
• Any violation marked as non compoundable by the state traffic police

These must follow regular court procedures and cannot be settled at a Lok Adalat bench

How To Prepare For The National Lok Adalat

To make the most of the 13 December session motorists should complete a few basic steps ahead of time:

1. Check Pending Challans Online

Most states ask drivers to check their challan status on:

• State traffic police websites
• Parivahan e-challan portal
• Official mobile apps

This helps motorists confirm all pending violations before visiting the court

2. Register Or Book A Token (If Required)

Some states require online token registration or appointment booking

This step is important because it gives:

• A token number
• A non-transferable appointment slip
• The exact court name, bench, and hearing time

These details help manage crowds and ensure that each matter is taken up in an organized way

3. Carry Required Documents On The Day

Motorists should bring these documents to avoid delays:

• Vehicle registration certificate (RC)
• Driving license
• Any challan notice or e-challan printout
• Government-issued ID

These papers help the bench verify case details and confirm the vehicle owner’s identity

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How Cases Are Settled At The National Lok Adalat

On the assigned day and time, the case is placed before a conciliator bench. This bench usually includes legal experts who review the challan and listen to the motorist

If the case qualifies for settlement:

• A reduced fine is offered
• The driver is allowed to pay on the spot
• A final decree is issued by the bench
• The matter is closed immediately in the system

In many states, fines for long-pending minor violations are lowered by a large margin giving motorists a fair chance to clear dues without stress

Once the settlement is complete the challan is marked as “disposed,” which means the motorist no longer faces follow up notices or extra penalties

Why Motorists Should Not Miss This Lok Adalat

Many vehicle owners delay paying challans because the charges feel too high or the court process seems confusing. Lok Adalat solves both problems:

• The fine amount is generally much lower
• The process is very quick
• There is no long court wait
• Minor mistakes can be closed in a single hearing

This makes the Lok Adalat an ideal chance for drivers who want to clean up their record avoid future legal trouble or simply bring their documents up to date before selling or renewing their vehicle

If you have ignored challans for months or years the 13 December 2025 National Lok Adalat is one of the easiest and most cost friendly ways to resolve them legally and finally put the matter to rest

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