Are both parties involved in road rage and reckless driving punished?
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Mutual reckless driving, also known as road rage, is considered dangerous driving behavior. Both parties are engaging in illegal activities that fall under the crime of dangerous driving. Traffic police will impose severe penalties, with both parties bearing equal responsibility. More details are as follows: Penalties: The specific punishment for malicious reckless driving due to road rage depends on the severity of the situation, the impact caused, and the consequences. If the situation is not severe and no serious consequences occur, the offenders may face detention for up to 15 days and corresponding fines. If a traffic accident occurs due to malicious reckless driving, the responsible party will bear the primary or full responsibility for the accident and may face criminal charges. Additional Information: If malicious reckless driving leads to a major traffic accident resulting in severe injuries, deaths, or significant damage to public or private property, it constitutes the crime of traffic accident offense, punishable by up to 3 years of imprisonment or detention. If the offender flees after causing a major accident, it constitutes the crime of hit-and-run, punishable by 3 to 7 years of imprisonment. If the hit-and-run results in death, the punishment may exceed 7 years of imprisonment.
