Is it mandatory to carry a driver's license while driving?
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You must carry your driver's license with you or keep it in the car while driving; otherwise, you are not allowed to drive. The dangers of unlicensed driving are as follows: Disrupting traffic order: Unlicensed drivers generally lack traffic safety knowledge and often engage in behaviors such as speeding, running red lights, and reckless lane changes, affecting the normal driving of others. Threatening the safety of others' lives and property: Unlicensed driving not only endangers the driver but also poses a serious threat to others' lives and property. Many traffic accidents are caused by unlicensed driving. Damaging social morals: Unlicensed driving is not only a disregard for the law but also ignores traffic rules, weakening everyone's safety awareness and, to some extent, encouraging unlicensed driving behavior.
I've been driving for many years, and I always carry my driver's license in my wallet. The first thing the police ask for during a traffic stop is the driver's license. If you don't have it, you could be fined over 200 yuan and might even get points deducted. I once saw a friend get caught, suffering unnecessary losses and having to make a trip to the traffic management bureau. The law is clear: you must carry valid identification to prove you're driving legally. Don't be lazy—small oversights can lead to big trouble. Get into the habit of checking your pockets before you leave the house. Nowadays, digital driver's licenses are becoming popular, and keeping one on your phone can be handy in emergencies. But if the signal is poor, you might not be able to open it, so I still prefer carrying the physical card. Attention to detail ensures safety and peace of mind on the road.
