How many points are deducted for using forged or altered motor vehicle license plates at one time?
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Using a forged vehicle license will result in a 12-point deduction, vehicle impoundment, 15 days of detention, and a fine. If it constitutes a crime, criminal liability will be pursued according to the law. Article 96 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Forging, altering, or using forged or altered motor vehicle registration certificates, license plates, vehicle licenses, inspection qualification marks, insurance marks, driving licenses, or using the motor vehicle registration certificates, license plates, vehicle licenses, inspection qualification marks, or insurance marks of other vehicles shall be confiscated by the traffic management department of the public security organ, the motor vehicle shall be impounded, and a fine shall be imposed. If it constitutes a crime, criminal liability shall be pursued according to the law. Article 16, Paragraph 3 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law" stipulates: Using forged or altered motor vehicle license plates, vehicle licenses, driving licenses, or using the license plates or vehicle licenses of other motor vehicles will result in a 12-point deduction at one time. A motor vehicle license is the legal document permitting a motor vehicle to drive on roads within China. The vehicle license consists of three parts: the license holder, the main page, and the supplementary page. The front of the main page is the signed core of the license, and the back is the photo of the motor vehicle, sealed with a plastic cover. The supplementary page is the signed core of the license. Article 17 of the "Road Traffic Management Regulations" stipulates: Vehicles must pass inspection by the vehicle management authority and obtain license plates and a vehicle license before they are permitted to drive.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I have to talk about this. A friend of mine was recently caught speeding on the highway using fake license plates. He was immediately penalized with 12 demerit points, fined 5,000 yuan, and required to attend a theoretical exam at the traffic police station to get his license back. Think about it—12 points is the full score, and losing all of them means starting from scratch, which is both a hassle and disruptive to work. The key issue is that such fraudulent behavior is extremely dangerous. If an accident occurs and the perpetrator flees, victims may struggle to claim compensation, and tracing responsibility becomes problematic. Don’t assume that swapping license plates is a clever way to save money or evade penalties. In reality, the traffic police’s surveillance systems are incredibly advanced nowadays, and you’ll be caught in no time. My advice is to regularly check that your license plates are intact and avoid any shady tactics—honest driving is the most hassle-free approach.
