What happens if driving with an expired driver's license?

[DeRowan]

According to Article 80 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses', driving with an expired license is treated as driving without a license and will result in corresponding fines. Motor vehicle drivers should apply for license renewal at the vehicle management office of the license issuing authority within 90 days before the expiration of their driver's license. Required documents include: the driver's identity proof; the motor vehicle driver's license; and medical certification of physical condition. If expired for more than one year but less than three years, the license will be canceled but can be renewed by passing the subject one test. If expired for over three years, the license becomes invalid and cannot be renewed.

[RileyDella]

If I get caught driving with an expired license, it's no small matter. According to traffic laws, driving with an expired license is equivalent to driving without a license, with fines ranging from hundreds to even thousands of yuan, and the vehicle may also be impounded. I remember a friend of mine who drove out during rush hour and encountered a random check—ended up with a 500-yuan fine, had his car towed for a week, and got points deducted. Dealing with it was a nightmare. Even worse, if an accident happens, the insurance company won't pay a single cent, and all liability falls on me—I might even have to compensate the other party for damages. So, I suggest that as soon as you realize your license has expired, don’t drive at all. Immediately find time to bring your ID card, photos, and the old license to the DMV to renew it. Nowadays, many places allow you to book an appointment via mobile apps, and the process is pretty quick. It’s best to check the expiration date at least a month in advance to avoid unnecessary trouble. Safety first—don’t take risks with yourself or others.

[AndersonFitz]

Last time, I was so busy with work that I forgot to renew my driver's license and drove for a few days. I was really shocked when the traffic police caught me. They didn't issue a ticket but ordered me to stop driving immediately, and my car was temporarily impounded. I quickly took a taxi to the DMV and spent half a day getting a new license. The renewal process was actually simple: bring your ID card, old license, and medical certificate, queue up, pay a small fee (around 50 yuan), and it's done. This taught me a lesson: always keep a calendar reminder to prevent documents from expiring. If caught, a good attitude might reduce the fine, but never take the risk of driving without a valid license. I heard that if you delay renewal for over a year, you'll have to retake the exam, which is even more troublesome. In short, driving with an expired license is risky—not only could you face fines and credit implications, but it also threatens safety. Taking immediate action is the only solution.

[DelRicardo]

Driving with an expired license is a serious dereliction of duty. I've witnessed numerous accidents caused by invalid driver's licenses—slow reactions, invalid insurance, harming both others and oneself. The legal penalties are severe: fines or vehicle impoundment, with possible detention for repeat offenses. In such cases, one should immediately pull over and stop driving; voluntarily reporting to traffic police for license renewal assistance may mitigate penalties. Prevention is key: set phone reminders and regularly check expiration dates. Public safety is everyone's responsibility—don't let negligence cause trouble.