Is it serious to lose the supplementary page of the driver's license?
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Losing the supplementary page of the driver's license is serious because the license becomes invalid without it. Losing the supplementary page of the vehicle license is considered damage to the license and requires timely reissuance. If you drive a motor vehicle on the road without the supplementary page of the vehicle license, it will be regarded as driving without a license, and you may face penalties such as point deductions, fines, and vehicle impoundment. It is essential to address this issue promptly. Below is relevant information about the main page and supplementary page of the driver's license: 1. Content recorded on the main page: Includes license plate number, vehicle type, brand, usage nature, owner's name, address, engine number, vehicle identification number, registration date, and issuance date. 2. Content recorded on the supplementary page: Includes file number, vehicle plate number, weight, dimensions, approved passenger capacity, and annual inspection records.
Losing the supplementary page of your driver's license isn't extremely serious, but it needs to be addressed promptly. From my driving experience, the supplementary page mainly records the annual inspection date and penalty points. Driving without it during a traffic police check could cause trouble, such as a fine of 100 to 200 yuan, and it may also affect subsequent annual inspection procedures. Once, I lost my supplementary page and delayed dealing with it, which resulted in a hiccup during the annual inspection and an extra trip to the DMV. I recommend going to the DMV for a replacement immediately after discovering the loss. Bring your ID card and the original main page of your driver's license—the process is quick, taking just a few minutes, and the cost is low. For daily driving, it's best to develop the habit of keeping both the supplementary page and the main page together in your wallet to avoid issues from casually tossing them in the glove compartment. Safe driving starts with having all your documents in order—don't underestimate this detail. Just handle it promptly, and it won't be as severe as losing the main page, which could lead to license revocation.
