What are the penalties for driving without a license on the highway?

[Carol]

Driving without a license on the highway will result in a fine imposed by the traffic management department of the public security authority, and may also be subject to detention for up to 15 days. Driving a motor vehicle requires legally obtaining a driver's license; otherwise, the driver will bear corresponding legal liabilities. The following are the hazards of driving without a license: 1. Disrupting road traffic order. Due to unfamiliarity with traffic rules, many unlicensed drivers are not familiar with road signs and do not know how to adjust their driving based on them, negatively affecting other vehicles on the road and severely disrupting traffic order. 2. Seriously threatening the safety of lives and property for both themselves and others. Many people drive on the road before obtaining a driver's license, disregarding the safety of their own and others' lives, which is an extremely irresponsible behavior. Without undergoing formal and rigorous training, drivers fail to correctly understand the various requirements and rules of driving. Unfamiliarity with traffic rules and lack of driving skills are major causes of accidents. 3. Corrupting social values. The average age of people learning to drive is increasingly younger. Influenced by older generations who do not value driver's licenses, many young people drive without licenses, setting a bad example for their peers and severely corrupting social values.

[LawsonAnn]

I've seen many cases of people being fined for driving without a license on the highway. The fines usually range from a minimum of 200 yuan to a maximum of 2,000 yuan, and the police may even detain you for about 15 days. Once, my neighbor's son was in a hurry and secretly took his father's car onto the highway. He was caught by a traffic camera, fined 1,800 yuan, and detained for 15 days. When he came back, he was full of regret, saying the insurance didn't cover anything, he had to pay for the car repairs himself, and it even affected his work reputation. Having driven for over 20 years, I truly believe such risks aren't worth it. On the highway, speeds are high, and if something happens, injuring yourself or others, the responsibility could haunt you for life. Remember, if you don't have a driver's license, don't touch the wheel. Just take a taxi or ask a friend for help—safety comes first.

[SanNaomi]

As a father of two, I find unlicensed driving on highways extremely dangerous. The usual penalty is a fine of over 2,000 yuan plus detention, and the vehicle gets impounded requiring additional paperwork. Last week, my friend risked driving without a license on the highway to rush his child to the hospital, only to be caught by traffic police—fined 2,500 yuan and detained for 10 days. The child eventually made it to the hospital with a friend's help. This incident gave me a real scare, thinking about my own kids waiting at home. If something happened, the family would be devastated. I advise everyone to get a proper driver's license—don't cut corners. Taking buses or carpooling are good alternatives. Also, educate your kids about the dangers to prevent them from secretly trying to drive and causing accidents.

[Andrew]

As a car enthusiast who frequently drives on highways, I know the penalties for unlicensed driving are severe: fines ranging from 200 to 2000 yuan plus detention. Having your car impounded delays maintenance and repairs. Last month, a buddy of mine went joyriding without passing his driving test and got stopped at a toll booth—fined 1500 yuan with his car towed. The risk of losing control on highways is high; he nearly crashed into a ditch, and the repair costs exceeded tens of thousands. Insurance doesn’t cover such scenarios, leaving losses devastating. From a car lover’s perspective, I’d advise getting licensed before hitting the road—it saves your car from downtime and ensures safety. Regularly studying driving test materials makes for steadier driving.