What are the penalties for driving without wearing a seat belt?
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On highways or expressways, a fine will be imposed with 2 demerit points deducted, while on roads other than highways or expressways, only a fine will be imposed without any demerit points. Below are the relevant details: 1. Urban areas: For driving a motor vehicle on roads with speed limits below 50 km/h, if the passenger fails to use the seat belt as required and corrects immediately after being pointed out, a verbal warning will be issued. 2. Highways: In the event of an emergency brake due to unexpected circumstances, proper use of the seat belt can secure the driver and passengers in their seats, avoiding or reducing collision injuries. To encourage drivers to use seat belts, it is stipulated that if a driver fails to fasten the seat belt as required while driving on highways or urban expressways, 2 demerit points will be deducted for each offense.
When I first started learning to drive, I was so nervous that I forgot to fasten my seatbelt and got caught by a traffic cop. I was fined 200 yuan and had 2 points deducted from my license—it felt like such a huge loss that whole day! Later, I looked it up and found out this rule is nationwide. It’s not just in the city; on highways, the penalties for not wearing a seatbelt can be even harsher. The headrest part of the seatbelt is crucial—it can reduce crash injuries by more than half, preventing you from being thrown out in a collision. Now, I buckle up every time I get in the car and remind my friends not to slack off, so they avoid fines and bigger losses. The penalty is minor compared to the real issue: forming the habit of buckling up before starting the car, which drastically lowers accident rates. Safety comes first in life—don’t wait until something bad happens to regret it. The cost just isn’t worth it.
Having driven for decades, I dare say not wearing a seatbelt is playing with your life! The penalty is usually a 200-yuan fine and 2 demerit points, but the money is nothing compared to the real danger. I remember an old friend who got into an accident without buckling up and broke his arm—treatment cost tens of thousands. The seatbelt's shoulder strap can restrain you from severe injuries, especially during sharp turns or sudden brakes. Once you develop the habit of buckling up as soon as you get in the car, even remind passengers to avoid distractions and penalties. Don’t find it troublesome in daily driving; this rule comes from real data and has saved countless lives—don’t wait until you lose money and health to understand.
