Is It Illegal to Hang the National Flag on a Hongqi H9?
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It is not illegal. You can hang the national flag on your car, but you must choose a standard and compliant flag, and it should not affect your own or others' normal driving. According to the National Flag Law: Articles 17 and 19 of the National Flag Law clearly stipulate that damaged, dirty, faded, or non-compliant national flags must not be hoisted; the national flag and its design must not be used as trademarks or advertisements, nor for private funeral activities. Note: Those who intentionally insult the national flag of the People's Republic of China in public by burning, damaging, defacing, staining, trampling, or other means shall be investigated for criminal responsibility according to the law; for less severe cases, offenders shall be detained for up to 15 days by public security authorities in accordance with the provisions of the Public Security Administration Punishment Law.
As a car owner, I understand that the Hongqi H9 is the flagship model of a Chinese automotive brand, and its original Hongqi emblem is a legally designed feature. However, if you privately hang additional Hongqi-patterned decorations, such as stickers or flags mimicking the national flag design, this may be illegal in China, according to the 'National Flag Law of the People's Republic of China.' This law prohibits citizens from arbitrarily using national flag-related items in unofficial settings to prevent misleading or disrespecting national symbols. Vehicle decorations involving national symbols must be used in a standardized manner. I've seen similar cases on the road, where police sometimes intervene or impose penalties. It's advisable to avoid adding unnecessary Hongqi ornaments and maintain the original factory condition, ensuring both safety and compliance. In the event of an accident, unauthorized decorations could also be a distraction.