What is the meaning of traffic violation code 13401?
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Violation code 13401 means: A motor vehicle driven on the road fails to undergo regular safety technical inspection as required. According to the relevant provisions of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", the penalty is: Demerit points: 3; Fine amount: 200 yuan; Other penalties: None. Traffic violation codes consist of four to five digits, classified according to the general principles of the traffic law. The order from left to right is: the first digit represents the behavior classification code, the second digit represents the demerit points classification code, the third and fourth digits represent the sequential code, and the fifth digit represents the item number. First digit: Behavior classification code, indicating the category of the violation in the Road Traffic Law; Second digit: Demerit points classification code, indicating the category of demerit points for the traffic violation; Third, fourth, and fifth digits: Sequential code, indicating the order of the violation within the same behavior category. For example: 13035—"1" indicates a motor vehicle violation, the second digit "3" indicates 3 demerit points, and "035" indicates the fifth item of the third violation under the 3-point deduction category. Explanation of behavior classification codes: Codes starting with "1" indicate motor vehicle violations, e.g., 1003. Codes starting with "2" indicate non-motor vehicle violations, e.g., 2002. Codes starting with "3" indicate pedestrian or passenger violations, e.g., 3030. Codes starting with "4" indicate highway violations, e.g., 4002. Codes starting with "5" indicate other regulations, e.g., 5005. Codes starting with "7" indicate implementation rules of provinces, autonomous regions, or municipalities, e.g., 7008. Codes starting with "8" indicate local regulations of cities (prefectures, autonomous prefectures, or leagues), e.g., 8606. There are four common methods to check motor vehicle violations: Visit the office halls of traffic police departments in various districts and counties to query through touch terminals; Log in to the external service website of the local public security traffic management bureau, find the vehicle violation query section, enter the license plate number and vehicle engine number, and click to query; Call the inquiry hotline (area code + 114); Use the Traffic Management 12123 app (V2.8.1B437 for iOS 15+ or V2.8.1B274 for Android 12+) to query. The violation of driving a motor vehicle on the road without undergoing regular safety technical inspection can be handled through the Traffic Management 12123 app. After logging in, enter the violation processing business process, complete the handling, and make the payment.
Violation code 13401 specifically refers to the act of 'motor vehicles not driving in the designated lane.' Simply put, it means you didn't stay in the correct lane while driving, such as occupying a bus-only lane, a non-motorized vehicle lane, or frequently changing lanes in multi-lane roads without following the markings. With over 30 years of driving experience, I've seen it all. Once, in a rush to drop my child off at school, I squeezed into a bus lane and was pulled over by traffic police—fined 150 yuan and penalized 2 points. It's quite annoying and actually poses significant risks, like colliding with cyclists or causing rear-end accidents. I advise both new and experienced drivers to pay attention to road markings, especially during traffic jams—don’t prioritize speed over safety. Develop good habits to avoid fines and ensure safety. In the long run, following the rules is also about being responsible for everyone.
Talking about the violation code 13401, it’s a classic example of not driving in the correct lane. As a new driver with only six months of experience, I was initially confused until I got caught myself—that time at an intersection where I was supposed to be in the left-turn lane but went straight instead, resulting in a ticket. After checking the details, I learned this code means failing to follow lane markings, commonly seen when occupying bike lanes or bus lanes, with fines typically ranging from 100-200 RMB plus 2 penalty points. I regretted it deeply and realized I should have memorized more traffic rules before taking the test. This incident reminded me to check my route on a mobile app before driving or ask experienced friends for guidance to avoid such basic mistakes. Avoiding violations saves money and peace of mind—no one wants to be penalized for no reason, right?
