What are the penalties for forging license plates?
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Here are the specific penalties for using forged motor vehicle license plates: 1. Seizure of the vehicle: The vehicle will be confiscated and detained by the traffic management department of the public security authority. 2. Detention: The offender may face detention for up to 15 days. 3. Fine: The driver who forged the motor vehicle license plate will be fined. 4. Criminal liability: If the act constitutes a crime, criminal liability will be pursued according to the law. Motor vehicles can be driven on the road only after being registered with the traffic management department of the public security authority. For motor vehicles that have not yet been registered, a temporary license plate must be obtained for temporary road use.
I've been driving for over a decade, and I must say, never ever fake license plates—the penalties are brutal. If caught, the police will first hit you with a hefty fine that can run into thousands of RMB, plus severe point deductions. For repeat offenders, they might revoke your license or even detain you for ten to fifteen days. I've even heard of people landing in jail over this—just not worth it. Faking plates doesn't just punish you; it puts others at risk too—imagine causing a hit-and-run and leaving innocent victims in the lurch. I always remind my friends: Better play it straight, pay for a real plate, and avoid cutting corners that lead to disaster. With so many cameras on the roads now, the days of slipping through are long gone. Get caught once, and it’s on your record, bringing more headaches down the line. Driving comes with responsibility—protect yourself and others. That’s my advice to new drivers.
