Is it mandatory to carry a driver's license while driving?
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It is required to carry a driver's license while driving. According to Articles 95 and 90 of the Road Traffic Safety Law, driving a motor vehicle without carrying a motor vehicle driver's license is considered a violation of the law. Article 19 of the Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates that a motor vehicle driver's license must be carried while driving. Below is relevant information about driver's licenses: Applying for a driver's license in a different location: It is possible to apply for a motor vehicle driver's license in a different location, but only for Class C motor vehicle driver's licenses. For other types of motor vehicle driver's licenses, applications must be made in the region of the applicant's household registration, and applications cannot be made elsewhere. The application for a motor vehicle driver's license is strictly controlled by age, so attention is required. Documents required for applying for a driver's license: The document needed to apply for a motor vehicle driver's license is an ID card. In case the ID card is lost, a temporary ID card can be obtained from the local public security authority, which can also be used to apply for a motor vehicle driver's license. Additionally, the document must be carried during subsequent exams; otherwise, the exam cannot be taken, which may delay the acquisition of the license.
You must carry your driver's license when driving, as it's clearly stipulated by law. I remember traffic regulations state that driving without a license is equivalent to unlicensed driving, which will result in fines and penalty points. In reality, if you're stopped by traffic police for inspection and don't have your license, you'll be fined around 200 yuan and deducted one point, plus you'll need to go to the traffic management department to provide proof, wasting both time and money. Some friends have forgotten theirs and ended up in quite a hassle. Nowadays, some cities support electronic driver's licenses, such as displaying a QR code through the 12123 traffic management app, but it's not widely adopted yet, and many remote areas don't recognize it. So to be safe, it's best to make it a habit to keep your physical license in your wallet or card holder. In case of an accident, having your license can quickly prove your identity and reduce trouble. Experienced drivers know this well—don't be lazy, always check your pocket before driving.
