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What are the penalties for driving with an expired license if caught by traffic police?

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McIris

07/28/25 8:04pm

Driving with an expired license and being caught by traffic police will result in a fine and detention for up to 15 days. In cases of major traffic accidents causing casualties, criminal liability will be pursued according to the law. The Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China stipulates that driving with an expired motor vehicle driver's license is considered unlicensed driving. The ten situations that constitute unlicensed driving are: 1. Not having a driver's license; 2. Illegally obtaining a driver's license without taking the test; 3. Driver's license being revoked or canceled; 4. Illegally obtaining a driver's license without meeting the driving conditions; 5. Driver's license has expired; 6. Driver's license is temporarily suspended; 7. Driving a civilian motor vehicle with a military or armed police force driver's license; 8. Driving in China with a foreign motor vehicle driver's license; 9. Driving a vehicle beyond the highest permitted vehicle type; 10. Not carrying the driver's license.

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KimberlyRose

08/12/25 12:54am

I started driving in my twenties and have learned from friends who were caught with expired driver's licenses. Traffic police will stop the vehicle on the spot, verify the documents, and issue a fine, which usually starts at 200 yuan and can go up to 2,000 yuan depending on the circumstances. At the same time, 12 points may be deducted, and if all points are deducted, the license will be invalidated. The vehicle may be temporarily impounded, requiring you to arrange for someone to drive it away or have it towed. If the attitude is bad or there is a prior record, a few days of detention may also be faced. The worst fear is being involved in an accident, where not only will the insurance company refuse to compensate, but you will also be fully responsible and may even face criminal liability. We veteran drivers all advise setting an alarm in advance, leaving plenty of time to renew at the DMV a month before expiration, to avoid major trouble from minor negligence.

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