What are the penalties for not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat?
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Whether there is a fine for not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat varies by city. Taking Shenzhen as an example, not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat in Shenzhen will result in a fine. Below is a detailed introduction about car seatbelts: Overview: Car seatbelts are safety devices designed to restrain passengers during a collision and prevent secondary collisions with the steering wheel, dashboard, etc., or to prevent passengers from being thrown out of the vehicle, which can cause fatalities or injuries. The fixing mechanism includes components such as the buckle, tongue, fixing pin, and fixing base. Others: Car seatbelts can also be referred to as seat belts and are a type of driver restraint device. Car seatbelts are recognized as the most cost-effective and efficient safety device. The material used is nylon webbing or high-strength polyester webbing.
It really depends on local traffic regulations, but generally speaking, enforcement is quite strict now. The 2023 revised Road Traffic Safety Law clearly states that rear-seat passengers must also wear seat belts, otherwise they'll be issued on-the-spot fines if caught by traffic police. In major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, fines typically range from 50 to 200 yuan, with some areas issuing verbal warnings. I recently saw a news report about a case in Hangzhou where three rear passengers weren't belted, resulting in 50-yuan fines for both driver and passengers. Don't think it's trivial - during emergency braking on highways, unbelted rear passengers face the greatest danger, as the force of being thrown forward can cause serious injuries. Many cities now use high-definition cameras to photograph vehicle interiors, capable of detecting violations even through glass.
