What is the traffic violation code 13440 and how many points does it deduct?
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The violation code 13401 means: The motor vehicle violates the prohibition sign instructions. According to the relevant provisions of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", the penalty is: 3 points; fine amount: 100 yuan; other penalties: none. The traffic violation code consists 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 is the behavior classification code, the second digit is the point deduction classification code, the third and fourth digits are the sequential code, and the fifth digit is the item number. First digit: Behavior classification code, indicating the classification code in the Road Traffic Law; Second digit: Point deduction classification code, indicating the classification code for traffic violation point deductions; Third, fourth, and fifth digits: Sequential code, indicating the order of the behavior within the same behavior classification. For example: 13035—"1" indicates motor vehicle behavior, the second digit "3" indicates a 3-point deduction, and the following "035" indicates the fifth item of the third behavior in the 3-point deduction category. Behavior classification code violation description: Codes starting with "1" indicate motor vehicle traffic, e.g., 1003. Codes starting with "2" indicate non-motor vehicle traffic, e.g., 2002. Codes starting with "3" indicate pedestrian or passenger traffic, e.g., 3030. Codes starting with "4" indicate highway traffic, 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 (regions, autonomous prefectures, or leagues), e.g., 8606. There are four common methods for motor vehicle violation inquiries: Visit the office halls of the traffic branches in various districts and counties to inquire through touch query terminals; Log in to the external service websites of the public security traffic management bureaus of various cities, find the vehicle violation inquiry section, enter the license plate number and vehicle engine number, and click to inquire; Call the inquiry hotline (area code + 114); Use the traffic management 12123 client (V2.8.1B437 for iOS 15 and above or V2.8.1B274 for Android 12 and above) to inquire. For the violation of motor vehicles violating prohibition sign instructions, it can be handled through this traffic management app client. After logging into the APP, enter the illegal handling business process, handle it, and make the payment.
I just finished studying the traffic regulations. Code 13440 is quite common, referring to violations of improper use of vehicle lights, such as abusing high beams or failing to use turn signals. It carries a penalty of 6 demerit points and usually a fine of 200 yuan. With over 20 years of driving experience, I've seen many such cases, especially in areas with heavy nighttime traffic, where people often thoughtlessly blind others with their high beams—this endangers both themselves and others, potentially causing accidents due to impaired visibility. If you've been penalized, quickly learn the correct usage of lights. Before every long drive, check if the bulbs and switches are functioning properly, and develop the habit of signaling at least 3 seconds in advance to avoid trouble. Vehicle lights aren't just for illumination; they are directly linked to driving safety. Don't underestimate this detail, everyone.
