What are the new traffic violation regulations?
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2021 new regulations specify the following types of violations in detail: 1 point deduction for not wearing seatbelt in the front passenger seat. 3 points deduction for using mobile phone while driving. 1 point deduction for smoking while driving. Intentionally defacing or obscuring license plates will result in immediate 12-point deduction and maximum penalty (previously 6 points). Using non-compliant license plate frames deducts 6 points. For motor vehicles driving on roads without displaying license plates or intentionally obscuring, defacing, or improperly installing license plates, 6 points will be recorded (previously 3 points). Stopping a commercial passenger vehicle on highway lanes deducts 12 points (previously 6 points). Driving medium-sized or larger passenger vehicles or dangerous goods transport vehicles continuously for over 4 hours without rest or with less than 20 minutes rest deducts 12 points. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drunk driving will result in 12-point deduction on the violation record.
The new regulations mainly involve adjustments to traffic violation rules implemented in 2024, making driving feel more humane. Speeding within 10% no longer incurs demerit points, only fines, which is a big relief. I was lucky last time when I slightly exceeded the limit and didn't get any points deducted, but don't abuse this rule—safety first. Parking violation fines have also been reduced a bit, but in big cities where parking spaces are tight, I'm used to using parking apps to find spots in advance. Seatbelt violations used to carry heavier point penalties, but now they're more lenient. Still, I always remind my friends to buckle up to prevent accidents. Overall, the rules are more reasonable now, reducing driver stress. I recommend using map navigation apps with speed limit alerts to avoid tickets and develop good habits.
