How many points are deducted for driving without a seat belt?

[WalterAnn]

Driving without a seat belt will result in a deduction of 2 points. Introduction to seat belts: A seat belt is a safety device used in equipment, such as when riding aircraft or performing high-altitude work and artistic performances, to ensure safety. The main materials are polyester, polypropylene, and nylon. A seat belt does not only refer to the webbing; besides the webbing, the seat belt is also assembled with other components. Purpose of seat belts: Safety is the most basic need for travel. However, although some people pay great attention to the safety performance of vehicles when purchasing a car, they do not pay enough attention to the seat belts that protect the lives of drivers and passengers.

[RubyLynn]

Let me talk seriously about not wearing seat belts while driving. On regular urban roads, not wearing one usually results in a fine of 20 to 50 yuan without any point deduction. However, on highways or urban expressways, current traffic regulations mandate a 1-point deduction plus a fine. Driving license points are precious—only 12 in total—so you can't afford to waste even a single point. More importantly, seat belts can save lives in critical moments. According to an accident report I read, wearing a seat belt increases survival rates by over 60% in frontal collisions. My car even has a sticker that reads 'Seat belts are for everyone, front and back.' Now, I make sure my whole family buckles up every time we drive, even for short trips to the nearby supermarket—it’s a habit worth cultivating.

[Jonah]

With twenty years of driving experience, I've witnessed countless seatbelt-related accidents. For daily city driving, not wearing a seatbelt usually results in a fine of 20 yuan without point deduction in most cities, though places like Shenzhen impose heavier penalties. However, on highways or expressways, drivers are mandatorily deducted 1 point – a critical rule, especially considering that at 120 km/h, not wearing a seatbelt is akin to launching yourself like a projectile in an accident. Just last week on the highway, I saw traffic police specifically checking for this; a young man was pulled over, and the distress on his face when handing over his license was palpable. Also, a quick reminder: passengers in the front seat not wearing seatbelts will be fined personally, so it's especially important to remind elderly family members when they're in the car.

[VonDaniela]

According to the latest 2024 traffic regulations, not wearing a seatbelt on ordinary roads only incurs a fine, typically ranging from 20 to 50 yuan. However, if you fail to buckle up on highways or urban expressways, you'll be penalized with 1 demerit point. This distinction is particularly important and often overlooked by novice drivers. I recommend developing the muscle memory to click the seatbelt immediately after starting the engine—this action takes less than three seconds but can help avoid penalty points. More crucially, in the event of a rear-end collision or sudden braking, the combination of seatbelt and airbags provides maximum protection for the thorax and neck. Remember, never neglect to fasten the three-point seatbelt in the middle rear seat either.