How to Handle Violations for Not Wearing a Seat Belt?

[DeSophie]

Methods for handling violations of not wearing a seat belt: 1. If the driver fails to use it as required on general roads, a fine of 50 yuan will be imposed; 2. If the driver fails to use it as required on highways, 2 points will be deducted and a fine of 100 yuan will be imposed; 3. If the driver fails to use it as required on urban expressways, 2 points will be deducted and a fine of 100 yuan will be imposed; 4. If passengers fail to use it as required, a fine of 5 to 10 yuan will be imposed. According to Article 90 of the Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China, if a motor vehicle driver violates the road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road traffic regulations, a warning or a fine of not less than 20 yuan but not more than 200 yuan will be imposed. If there are other provisions in this law, penalties shall be imposed in accordance with those provisions.

[EvanAnn]

The other day I was in a hurry and forgot to fasten my seatbelt while driving, which got caught by the camera as a violation. Handling this situation is actually quite convenient now—you can take care of it using the 12123 APP. After logging in, find the option for violation processing, confirm the seatbelt violation record, and pay the fine online. Typically, it's a 200 yuan fine with 1 point deducted. If you're caught by traffic police on the spot, they'll issue you a ticket right away, and you'll need to pay the fine at the bank within 15 days. Remember to handle it promptly, otherwise, it could affect your annual inspection. Once, I delayed it for three months and ended up having to make an extra trip to the DMV to unlock it. A sincere reminder to all experienced drivers: no matter how rushed you are, always buckle up—it’s both safer and saves you from unnecessary expenses. After all, safety comes first.

[LaylaMarie]

Once I was in my colleague's car, and he was stopped by traffic police right after starting the engine for a seatbelt check. Not wearing a seatbelt is considered the driver's violation, regardless of who the passenger is, and the driver must take responsibility. Nowadays, there are multiple ways to handle this. Besides the 12123 APP, you can also go to the nearest traffic police station to settle it. You'll need to bring your ID card, driver's license, and vehicle registration, and pay the fine on the spot. The fine varies by region, with 200 yuan being a common standard, and 1 point will be deducted from your license. If you accumulate 12 points, you'll have to retake the written test for the driver's license. My cousin learned this the hard way last year when he had to retake the test after two consecutive violations. Wearing a seatbelt is such a simple thing—there's no need to waste time and money over it.

[Grace]

Nowadays, the electronic eyes capture seat belt violations very clearly. Once, I was adjusting the navigation while driving, and my shoulder didn't properly secure the seat belt, so I got caught. This type of violation is easy to handle, but if not dealt with promptly, late fees will accumulate. Last year, my neighbor forgot to handle it, and after more than half a year, the fine doubled to over 400 yuan. It's best to handle it within three days of receiving the notification. The process isn't complicated: open the Traffic Management 12123 APP, find the violation record, confirm the fact of not wearing a seat belt, and make the payment online. The whole process takes no more than ten minutes. The penalty is generally 200 yuan and 1 demerit point nationwide, which is less severe than running a red light. Developing the habit of buckling up as soon as you get in the car is much more convenient than dealing with it afterward.

[PhoebeRose]

Last time I saw a safety belt checkpoint at a highway exit, the line of stopped cars stretched really long. Not wearing a seatbelt is a minor traffic violation, but the handling shouldn't be taken lightly. On regular roads, the fine is usually 50 yuan, while on highways it's 200 yuan. There are two types of processing procedures: on-the-spot fines can be paid the same day, while electronic camera captures require waiting 3 days for data synchronization before processing. You need to bring your driver's license to the counter or handle it via APP. Some cities have lenient policies where first-time offenders may be exempt from fines, but most places impose direct penalties. I recommend installing a seatbelt alarm extender - the reminder function is quite practical. After getting fined once, I developed the habit of clicking the belt on as the first thing when getting in the car.