What Are the Penalties for Carrying Eight People Including Two Children in a Seven-Seater Vehicle?
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A seven-seater passenger vehicle carrying eight people, including two children, will result in a 3-point deduction and a fine. According to Article 3 of the 'Scoring Standards for Road Traffic Safety Violations,' driving a passenger vehicle (excluding buses and school buses) with more passengers than the approved number but less than 20% over the limit will result in a 3-point deduction and a fine. Below are additional details: 1. The new traffic regulations clearly stipulate that driving vehicles other than medium-sized or larger passenger/goods vehicles, school buses, or hazardous material transport vehicles at speeds exceeding 50% but less than 70% of the speed limit will result in a 12-point deduction, a fine, and possible license revocation upon the first offense. 2. Speeding between 70% and 100% over the limit will result in a 12-point deduction, a fine, and license revocation. 3. Speeding over 100% of the limit will result in a 12-point deduction, a higher fine, and license revocation.
I've encountered this situation before, and it's really dangerous! A 7-seater is designed for exactly seven people—adding even one more counts as overloading, and yes, children are included in the headcount. I remember a friend once tried to save trouble by squeezing eight people in, including two kids, and got pulled over by traffic police. Penalties typically range from a 200 to 500 RMB fine and 3 to 6 demerit points, depending on the overload ratio. What's scarier are the safety risks: braking distance doubles, unbelted kids can be thrown out during sharp turns, and insurance may deny claims. My advice? Spend the extra money on a second car—never cut corners for convenience. Police are strict now, especially with increased patrols during holidays. Safety first—don't lose big for small gains.
