How to Handle Violations for Not Wearing Seat Belts in the Back Seat?
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According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law": On ordinary roads, passengers who do not wear seat belts will be fined 5 yuan; on highways, the fine is 20 yuan for not wearing a seat belt. Whether driving on ordinary roads or highways, seat belts should be worn, and rear-seat passengers also need to wear seat belts during high-speed driving. Below are precautions for driving on highways: 1. Check the car before entering the highway: Before driving on the highway, inspect the car's braking system and tire pressure/wear to avoid emergency braking failures. Both underinflated and overinflated tires are unsuitable for high-speed driving and can easily lead to blowouts, which can be fatal at high speeds. Therefore, thorough vehicle inspection is essential. 2. Wear seat belts: Seat belts should be worn whether driving on ordinary roads or highways, and rear-seat passengers must also wear them during high-speed driving. 3. Drive in the designated lane: Highways have clearly marked lanes for large vehicles, small vehicles, etc. After overtaking, promptly return to your lane and avoid occupying other lanes for extended periods. Additionally, emergency lanes should not be occupied without special reasons. 4. Maintain a safe speed and avoid speeding: The dangers of speeding are well-known, leading to irreversible consequences both locally and on highways. 5. Overtaking precautions: Exercise caution when overtaking on highways. Always use turn signals before overtaking and pass from the overtaking lane, avoiding the bad habit of overtaking from the right. After signaling, check the road conditions behind you before overtaking. When conditions permit, accelerate and maintain a lateral distance of about 1.5 meters from the vehicle ahead. Leave sufficient distance to merge back into the lane after overtaking to prevent rear-end collisions. 6. Maintain longitudinal distance between vehicles: Generally, on dry roads with good braking conditions, the distance (in meters) between vehicles should not be less than the speed (in km/h). For example, at 80 km/h, maintain at least 80 meters; at 100 km/h, maintain at least 100 meters. Always pay attention to roadside distance markers. In rain, fog, snow, or wet road conditions, double the distance. 7. Observe traffic signs: Always watch for roadside and overhead signs/markings while driving, and stay slightly to the right to avoid crossing the right lane divider, providing enough lateral space for overtaking vehicles. 8. Do not occupy emergency lanes during accidents: Traffic incidents are inevitable on highways. If other vehicles cause blockages, avoid occupying emergency lanes to ensure rescue vehicles can access the scene. 9. Avoid fatigue driving and take timely breaks: Fatigue driving is extremely dangerous on highways. When fatigued, reaction times slow, making it difficult to handle emergencies correctly.
I remember last time when driving my family on a trip, my wife in the back seat forgot to fasten her seatbelt and was fined 200 yuan by the traffic police, with some points deducted. The process was quite convenient—just paid the fine using the Traffic Management 12123 APP on my phone, with no late fees. Reminding everyone: not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat is dangerous during sudden braking or accidents, as passengers can be thrown out and injured. Domestic regulations require all passengers to buckle up, otherwise, it’s a violation. Common handling involves paying the fine within 15 days after receiving the ticket on the spot; evidence is needed for appeals. Learned my lesson—shouting 'fasten your seatbelt' before every trip can prevent this. Developing this habit saves money and lives, especially for long-distance trips where backseat safety is even more critical.
