What is the penalty for a 7-seater minibus carrying 20 people?
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If the vehicle exceeds 20% of the rated passenger capacity, a fine ranging from 500 to 2000 yuan will be imposed, and 12 points will be deducted. The following is relevant information about vehicle overloading: 1. Effects: (1) Vehicle overloading severely damages road infrastructure. Since overloaded vehicles far exceed the design load of roads and bridges, it leads to pavement damage, bridge fractures, and significantly shortens their service life. (2) Overloaded vehicles have increased mass and inertia, resulting in longer braking distances and higher risks. Severe overloading can cause tire blowouts, sudden swerving, brake failure, rollovers, and other accidents due to excessive tire load and deformation. Additionally, overloading affects the vehicle's steering performance, increasing the risk of accidents due to loss of steering control. 2. Introduction: Overloaded vehicles typically refer to those exceeding the maximum load capacity, commonly seen in trucks and buses.
Last year, I personally witnessed a 7-seater minivan forcibly cramming 20 people getting caught by traffic police—it was truly terrifying. The driver had all 12 points deducted on the spot, and their license was immediately revoked, requiring them to retake the written exam. The fine was imposed at the maximum standard of 2,000 yuan, as overloading by more than 100% is considered a severe violation. The vehicle was directly impounded in a parking lot, and they had to pay out of pocket to arrange other vehicles to transport the passengers in batches, costing hundreds extra after all the hassle. This kind of penalty is no joke—if it’s deemed dangerous driving, detention could even follow. Worse, traffic violation records are now nationwide, making it hard to find a freight company willing to hire offenders later. My neighbor’s relative was barred from driving commercial vehicles for five years because of this and deeply regrets it. Overloading is far too risky, and with strict police checks now, no one should take chances.
