What are the penalties for installing sirens on private cars?
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Private cars equipped with sirens will have them forcibly removed and confiscated by the traffic management department of the public security authorities, and a fine will be imposed. Relevant provisions of the Road Traffic Law: Unauthorized installation of sirens is a serious violation of the law. The police will remove sirens from private cars. If this leads to fraud or extortion, it becomes a criminal liability. Auto accessory shops that illegally sell and install sirens will be penalized by the industrial and commercial departments for operating beyond their permitted scope if discovered. Article 10 of the Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations: For any registered motor vehicle that requires changes in usage nature, body color, body or frame, etc., the owner must apply for modification registration with the local vehicle management office.
Installing a siren on a private car is illegal, and I learned this lesson the hard way. A friend installed a police siren out of novelty, but was stopped by traffic police after using it just a few times, fined 500 yuan, deducted 3 points, and forced to remove and rectify it. The law is very strict, with penalties ranging from warnings to fines between 200 and 2000 yuan, deduction of up to 12 points, and in severe cases, vehicle impoundment or even license revocation. I think the punishment is justified, as sirens can easily mislead pedestrians and drivers into thinking you're an emergency vehicle, creating accident risks. Always be cautious when modifying your car, check local traffic laws, and prioritize safety over recklessness.
