How is not wearing a seat belt penalized?
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Not wearing a seat belt, if driving on an urban expressway, will result in a fine and a deduction of 2 points; if driving on roads other than highways or urban expressways, only a fine will be imposed without point deduction. If a violation of not wearing a seat belt is captured by multiple surveillance cameras along the way, it will be counted as a single violation and processed only once, without repeated penalties. However, if captured at multiple different locations on a highway, and these cameras belong to different traffic police units, it will be considered as multiple violations, leading to multiple fines and requiring handling for each violation. The function of car seat belts: Car seat belts are safety devices designed to restrain occupants during a collision, preventing secondary collisions with the steering wheel, dashboard, etc., or avoiding injuries or fatalities caused by being ejected from the vehicle during a collision. Car seat belts can also be referred to as seat safety belts, a type of occupant restraint system. How car seat belts work: The retractor's function is to store the webbing and lock it when pulled out. It is the most complex mechanical component in the seat belt system. Inside the retractor is a ratchet mechanism. Normally, occupants can pull the webbing smoothly and freely while seated. However, when the webbing stops being pulled out continuously or when the vehicle encounters an emergency, the ratchet mechanism locks the webbing automatically, preventing further extension.
I once forgot to fasten my seatbelt and was pulled over by traffic police, resulting in a fine of over 200 yuan and two penalty points—quite annoying. Now when I drive, buckling up has become second nature as soon as I get in the car. It's not just about avoiding fines; safety comes first. On highways or city roads, not wearing a seatbelt could lead to being ejected during an accident, with unthinkable consequences. Fine standards may vary slightly by region, typically ranging between 100 and 500 yuan, and passengers without seatbelts are also fined. Additionally, accumulating too many penalty points affects your driving record and may lead to higher insurance premiums. After forming this good habit, I feel more at ease driving every day. I strongly recommend everyone buckle up without hesitation—don’t dismiss it as a hassle.
From the perspective of traffic regulations, not wearing a seatbelt is a violation with clearly defined penalties. The on-the-spot fine for drivers typically starts at 200 yuan, which may vary slightly higher or lower depending on the city, and also incurs 2 demerit points. Accumulating multiple demerit points could lead to temporary license suspension. If passengers fail to buckle up, the driver is also held financially responsible. These penalties are established by law to emphasize the importance of life safety, reminding everyone that even short-distance driving isn't an exception. I usually pay attention to these rules, keeping it simple: buckle up immediately after getting in the car, no exceptions. Safety regulations aren't just for show—fines are minor compared to the real purpose of avoiding accident risks.
