What is the penalty for a 5-seater private car carrying 7 people?
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According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", a 5-seater vehicle carrying 2 extra passengers will result in 6 demerit points and a fine ranging from 20 to 200 yuan. For passenger vehicles other than commercial vehicles (excluding buses) and school buses, carrying passengers beyond the capacity by less than 20% will result in 3 demerit points, while exceeding 20% will result in 6 demerit points. Article 99 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" states that the following behaviors will be fined between 200 and 2,000 yuan by the traffic management department of the public security organ: Driving a motor vehicle without a motor vehicle driving license, or driving during the period when the motor vehicle driving license is revoked or temporarily suspended; Handing over the motor vehicle to a person who does not have a motor vehicle driving license or whose motor vehicle driving license is revoked or temporarily suspended; Fleeing after causing a traffic accident, which does not constitute a crime; Driving a motor vehicle at a speed exceeding 50% of the prescribed speed limit; Forcing a motor vehicle driver to violate road traffic safety laws, regulations, and motor vehicle safety driving requirements, causing a traffic accident, which does not constitute a crime; Forcibly passing in violation of traffic control regulations without listening to dissuasion; Intentionally damaging, moving, or altering traffic facilities, causing harmful consequences, which does not constitute a crime; Illegally intercepting or detaining motor vehicles without listening to dissuasion, causing serious traffic congestion or significant property losses. For behaviors listed in items 2 or 4 of the preceding paragraph, the motor vehicle driving license may also be revoked; for behaviors listed in items 1, 3, or 5 to 8, detention of up to 15 days may also be imposed. The dangers of overloading: Overloading a motor vehicle can cause damage to road infrastructure, especially bridges. As the vehicle's weight increases, so does its inertia. This prolongs braking time, increases the danger of driving, and significantly raises the risk of tire blowouts, which can lead to vehicle rollovers. It is also highly unsafe for the passengers inside the vehicle.
I've seen many cases of overloading, especially on highways, where squeezing 7 people into a 5-seater is extremely risky. The car is packed like a sardine can, and in case of sudden braking or a rollover, passengers in the back without seatbelts can be thrown out, injuring others and drastically increasing fatality rates. Legally, traffic regulations stipulate that overloading by 1-2 people will result in an on-the-spot fine of around 200 yuan and a 1-point deduction from the driver's license. Repeated violations or severe overloading can lead to fines exceeding 500 yuan or even vehicle impoundment. I always remind my friends not to cut corners—if there are too many people, take public transport or book two cars via an app. Not to mention insurance: in the event of an accident while overloading, claims may be entirely denied. A car is a means of transport, and safe driving is paramount. Always count heads before setting off to ensure you're not overloading.
