Convicted under 188.269 in 2021. What happens to my PCC?

835 votes

than you were convicted by court and may be put some fine on you...it's not need to worry mask challan is considered as very petty offence but in records it may be harmful for job or abroad travel related issue...contact us for free legal advice

Advocate Ankush Chaudhary LawRato

901 votes

Greetings of the day I can understand the pain you are going through. If you have appeared virtually, you kust be having case number or something regarding the case. You can check the case history Thank you

Advocate Anuj Goel LawRato

893 votes

Sir, your issue is not clear. Please contact me and provide details to assist you better. On bare reading it seems that your issue was resolved but looks like there's something missing. It's advisable to contact me and provide more information wrt your issue

Advocate Ishan Parashar LawRato

689 votes

you were booked under Section 269 of the Indian Penal Code during the Covid-19 period, with the incident occurring while you were sitting in your car and your mask was slightly down. You have indicated that there were no specific restrictions in force at that time, and you complied with police instructions, including signing some sheets that later turned out to be part of an FIR. After six months, you received a summons, appeared in virtual court, apologized, and no penalty was imposed. Your primary objective is to get the case disposed of as quickly as possible. Section 269 IPC pertains to negligent acts likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life. During the Covid-19 pandemic, enforcement of this section was widespread, but a mere technical violation, especially in circumstances where there was no curfew or prohibition, and minimal risk to public safety, is typically considered at the lower end of gravity by courts. The fact that the virtual court has already heard you, and the judge noted your apology and imposed no penalty, strongly suggests that the case is being treated as a very minor infraction. In such cases, the court may record your apology and close the case with either a warning or no further action, especially since there are no aggravating circumstances or repeat violations. You should obtain a copy of the final court order safely for your records, ensuring that there is no further legal liability. If the case is still technically pending, you may move a formal application before the same court to expedite disposal or request dismissal on account of having already appeared, apologized, and not being awarded any penalty. Typically, the administrative process will close the case shortly and you do not need to take any further steps unless you receive additional communication from the court. It is unlikely that this record will have any long-term effect, especially given the lack of penalty and the pandemic context, but retain all papers and correspondence related to this matter for future reference. If any issues arise or you are called again, you should clarify that you have already complied with court directions and submit the relevant documents. There is no criminal stigma attached in such minor Covid-related violations after the hearing and closure. If you require help with tracking final disposal, obtaining certified copies of orders, or clarifying your status further with the court or police station, you may proceed with written applications or approach a legal professional. Otherwise, the matter stands substantially resolved, and your rights and reputation remain protected.

Advocate Yuganshu Sharma LawRato