How many points are deducted for driving more than 4 hours without a break?
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Here are the relevant penalties for driving more than 4 hours without a break: 1. Specific regulations: Driving a medium-sized or above passenger vehicle or a dangerous goods transport vehicle continuously for more than 4 hours without stopping to rest or with a rest period of less than 20 minutes will result in a deduction of 12 points. Driving any other motor vehicle (excluding medium-sized or above passenger vehicles and dangerous goods transport vehicles) continuously for more than 4 hours without stopping to rest or with a rest period of less than 20 minutes will result in a deduction of 6 points. 2. Relevant laws: According to the 'Scoring Standards for Road Traffic Safety Violations,' the following violations by motor vehicle drivers will result in a deduction of 12 points: driving a motor vehicle that does not match the permitted vehicle type; driving under the influence of alcohol; driving an operational passenger vehicle (excluding buses) or a school bus with passengers exceeding 20% of the approved capacity.
I have a lot to say about driving for more than 4 hours without a break. Last time I went on a long-distance trip, I didn’t pay attention to the time and ended up being pulled over by the police, who gave me a lecture. They said such fatigue driving would result in a direct 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. The law is crystal clear: drivers must take at least a 20-minute break after 4 hours of continuous driving, otherwise it’s considered a violation. Not only does it cost points, but driving while drowsy can easily lead to accidents, harming both yourself and others. I’ve now developed a habit of stopping at rest areas every two hours to stretch my legs and drink some water. For long trips, I set an alarm on my phone to remind myself—don’t risk big consequences to save a few minutes. Safety first, life is precious.
When I was young, I never took driving seriously and thought I could push through fatigue. Later, an experienced driver shared that driving while fatigued for over 4 hours results in a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. This rule aims to prevent accidents and reduce highway crashes. I once dozed off and nearly rear-ended another car, which scared me into pulling over immediately. Don’t follow my example—plan your trip ahead, take a 20-minute break at gas stations or rest areas. When you’re well-rested, driving is steadier and easier. Safety is no small matter; let penalty points remind you to improve.
