What is the penalty for driving without carrying the vehicle license?

[Joanne]

"Not carrying the license" does not equate to "driving without a license." The traffic police department will not detain the person involved but will temporarily impound the vehicle. "Not carrying" is not the same as "not having." If the driver provides the driver's license and there are no other violations during driving, they will be given a warning or fined, and the vehicle will be promptly returned. If the driver provides the driver's license but commits other violations while driving, penalties will be imposed based on the nature of the violations and the failure to carry the license, and the vehicle will be promptly returned.

[CollinMarie]

Forgetting to bring your vehicle license while driving can have serious consequences. According to traffic regulations, if caught by the police, you'll typically face a fine of around 100 yuan and a 1-point deduction from your driving record. The vehicle license serves as proof that your car is legally allowed on the road. Without it, the police may suspect issues with your vehicle and temporarily impound it for inspection, causing delays in your trip. A friend of mine experienced this—dealing with the fine and the process took most of the day. It's advisable to develop a habit of checking a designated spot for your documents before driving, such as the glove compartment. The law requires you to carry the vehicle license at all times to prevent unregistered vehicles from posing safety risks. Taking a few seconds to bring your documents is far more convenient than dealing with fines. If you do get caught, maintaining a cooperative attitude might help reduce penalties, but don't count on luck. Safe driving starts with responsibility, and having all your documents in order is part of that.

[VonFrank]

I've also experienced the hassle of forgetting my vehicle license. Once on a short trip, I was pulled over by traffic police halfway and fined 100 yuan plus 1 penalty point for not carrying it. The whole process was troublesome – parking, filling forms, paying – wasting half an hour. Since then, I've been meticulous about document management, keeping it in a fixed spot in the car's front pocket. Nowadays, cities are digitally connected, and some accept electronic copies of vehicle licenses, but it's still best to carry the physical card to avoid disputes. While the penalty is minor, accumulating points could require attending classes. Here's a tip: take photos of your documents as backups for emergencies. Keeping multiple copies is easy – fines are one thing, but disrupted plans are far more annoying. Developing good habits is the safest approach – don't be as careless as I was when first learning to drive.

[LeSophia]

Road safety depends on having all the necessary documents. I often say that forgetting your vehicle license is like driving without a seatbelt—getting fined 100 yuan and losing 1 point is the least of your worries, but the hidden risks are significant. In case of an accident, the police may struggle to verify vehicle information, delaying the process. The law requires carrying these documents to protect everyone. I recommend keeping your documents and vehicle license in a fixed spot in your car—don’t just toss them anywhere. Once, while helping someone check their car, I realized how much trouble this habit can save. Developing a quick check routine takes just seconds and avoids the stress and inconvenience of being pulled over. The fine is minor—what matters is taking responsibility for yourself and others.