What are the penalties for driving without carrying a driver's license and vehicle registration certificate?
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"Not carrying the documents" is not the same as "driving without a license." The traffic police department will not detain the person involved but will only temporarily impound the vehicle. "Not carrying" is not equivalent to "without a license," but both are considered traffic violations, with the only difference being the severity of the penalties. If the driver provides the driver's license and there are no other violations during driving, they will receive a warning or a fine, and the vehicle will be promptly returned. If the driver provides the driver's license but has committed other violations while driving, penalties will be imposed based on the nature of the violations and the failure to carry the driver's license, and the vehicle will be promptly returned.
I remember one time my friend was in a hurry to leave and forgot to bring his driver's license and vehicle registration. As a result, he was pulled over by traffic police for inspection. According to regulations, this situation usually results in a 1-point deduction and a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan. If the police check the system and confirm that you have a driver's license, they might just issue a ticket and give a verbal warning. But if you don't even have an electronic driver's license, the car might be impounded on the spot, which would be even more troublesome. I recommend keeping the two documents in a fixed spot in the car or registering electronic documents in advance on the 12123 traffic management app. If you do get stopped, being honest and explaining the situation proactively can sometimes lead to leniency. After all, safety comes first when driving, and having all your documents in order gives you peace of mind, right?
