How many points will be deducted for holding a child while driving in the main seat?
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If caught by traffic police, you will be stopped and may receive persuasive education or a fine with 6 points deducted. Moreover, it poses safety risks for both the child and driving. Additional information: 1. Legal provisions: According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law," "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law," and the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123 "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," there are no explicit mandatory regulations regarding issues such as children not being allowed to sit in the front passenger seat or the mandatory use of child safety seats. 2. Child safety seats: Since it is dangerous for children to sit in the front passenger seat, for safety reasons, children under 14 years old should sit in the rear seats of the vehicle, and younger children are best placed in child safety seats. Therefore, when taking children out, it is advisable to use professional child safety seats, secure the child seat in the rear of the vehicle, and then fasten the seat belt for the child.
Holding a child while driving is an extremely dangerous behavior, and I feel this issue needs special emphasis. In my years of driving, I've seen many accidents caused by this. As I understand it, according to traffic regulations, if a driver holds a child while driving, it will be considered 'hindering safe driving,' resulting in a direct deduction of 2 points from the driver's license and a fine of over 200 yuan. Why is it so serious? Because a child cannot be held securely in the car—a sudden brake or collision can easily cause the child to be thrown out and injured, or even hit the steering wheel or windshield. Imagine the force of an airbag deploying—it's terrifying for a child. That's why I always recommend using a child safety seat—it securely fastens the child, reducing the risk of accidents. Developing this habit is not only safer but also helps avoid penalty points. If caught by traffic police, the consequences outweigh the benefits, wasting time and compromising travel safety.
