How to Handle Driving Without a License?
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During the period when the driver's license is revoked or temporarily suspended, the person driving the motor vehicle shall be fined between 200 and 2000 yuan and detained for up to 15 days. During the appeal and litigation period, the original ruling shall be suspended. When the ruling is revoked or execution begins, the security deposit shall be refunded according to regulations. For those who do not carry their motor vehicle driver's license with them, regardless of whether the driver violates the law during the driving process, they cannot continue to drive the vehicle. The traffic management department of the public security organ shall impound the motor vehicle and notify the driver to provide the driver's license. Different treatments shall be applied based on the different circumstances of providing the driver's license.
As someone with years of driving experience, I strongly believe driving without a license is absolutely not worth the risk. A friend of mine once drove to the supermarket without a license, got caught by traffic police, was fined 1,000 yuan, had his car impounded, and almost ended up in detention. The first step in handling this situation is to stop driving immediately to prevent further risks. Then, go get your driver's license as soon as possible—don't try to save time here. Study traffic rules thoroughly and practice test questions; driving school exams aren't that hard these days. If caught, cooperate with the investigation—voluntary surrender can reduce penalties. Always check your license's expiration date and renew it promptly if expired. In case of an accident, all responsibility falls on the unlicensed driver, insurance won't cover it, and the losses can be enormous. Getting a license is fundamental for safety—spending a few weeks to obtain one is far better than living in constant fear. I always remind young people not to cut corners: get licensed first, then hit the road—safety comes first.
When it comes to family members driving, I pay special attention to unlicensed driving. My uncle was heavily fined before for driving a truck without a license, which caused family conflicts. The way to handle it includes: admitting the mistake honestly if caught, scheduling a driving test immediately after paying the fine to avoid repeating the mistake; at the same time, reminding family members to supervise and prevent impulsive behavior from affecting everyone. The dangers of unlicensed driving are real, such as potentially causing accidents where you bear full responsibility, and harming relationships with loved ones. I recommend regularly checking the status of your driver's license and attending community traffic safety classes together. I often discuss driving risks with my children now to cultivate a sense of responsibility. The key to handling it is taking timely action—don’t wait until the consequences are severe to regret. Safe driving starts with having a license.
