How to deal with drunk driving a motorcycle with a car driver's license?
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Persons who drive a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol shall have their motor vehicle driving license suspended for six months and shall be fined. Persons who drive a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol again after being punished for drunk driving shall be detained for up to ten days, fined, and have their motor vehicle driving license revoked.
Regarding the consequences of drunk driving a motorcycle with a car driver's license, I have personal experience or stories from people around me for reference. I remember a friend last year who had a car license but rode a motorcycle to a drinking party. He was stopped by traffic police on the way and failed the breathalyzer test. In addition to the drunk driving penalty itself—a fine of one to two thousand yuan, 12 demerit points, and a six-month license suspension—riding a motorcycle requires a dedicated motorcycle license. Therefore, he also faced penalties for driving an unlicensed vehicle—an additional fine of several hundred to two thousand yuan, 9 demerit points, and sometimes a few days of detention. His motorcycle was impounded, his salary took a big hit, and his work was delayed. Later, he learned his lesson. In fact, drunk driving a motorcycle is more dangerous than driving a car because motorcycles are unstable and prone to tipping over. Once an accident occurs, the liability is greater, affecting insurance claims and personal credit. My advice is to take a taxi or hire a designated driver when drinking—don’t ruin your life for temporary convenience.