How to Handle Fines for Not Wearing Seat Belts in the Back Seat?
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During traffic police inspections, if rear-seat passengers are found not wearing seat belts, the primary approach is education, with fines as a secondary measure. When a driver is on a highway or urban expressway without wearing a seat belt, they will be penalized with a 2-point deduction and a fine, while passengers not wearing seat belts will also be fined. On other roads, if the driver is not wearing a seat belt, only a fine will be imposed. On road sections with speeds below 50 km/h, passengers will only receive a verbal warning.
I remember last time when I drove my friend home, the guy in the back seat got caught by the police for not wearing a seatbelt. It was really annoying when the ticket was handed over, stating a fine of 200 yuan. Being impatient, I went to the nearby traffic management office the same day to queue up and pay. The whole process was simple: bring your ID and the ticket, scan the QR code, and pay via WeChat—saving both time and money. Afterward, I reflected and decided to always remind everyone to buckle up as soon as they get in the car, especially in crowded urban areas where checks are frequent. Honestly, the fine is trivial; what matters is safety: in the back seat, the risk of injury doubles during sudden braking or accidents, and I’ve heard statistics show seatbelts can reduce casualties by half. This incident has made it a habit for me to verbally confirm everyone’s safety before starting the car, avoiding both expense and hassle in the future.