How to Deal with Seized Smuggled Vehicles?

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If a smuggled vehicle is caught by traffic police on the road, the vehicle will be impounded, and a fine of 2,000-5,000 yuan will be imposed. Additionally, 12 points will be deducted from the driver's license, followed by its revocation. Below are specific details about smuggled vehicles: 1. Definition: Smuggled vehicles, also known as 'water cars,' refer to imported vehicles that have not gone through the country's normal import channels and have not paid the required taxes. Most smuggled vehicles originate from distant locations such as the United States, Europe, or Japan. These vehicles often include auctioned cars, stolen vehicles (commonly referred to as 'rat goods' or whole vehicles), or accident-damaged cars. They are dismantled into parts, loaded into containers, and shipped overseas to Hong Kong before being transported to mainland China. 2. Regulations: The state strictly prohibits the import trade of used cars (second-hand vehicles) in any form. Therefore, smuggled vehicles lack proper licenses, invoices, or documentation. Purchasing such vehicles carries certain legal liabilities.