What to Do If the Original Driver's License Continues to Be Used After Replacement?
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After the replacement of a motor vehicle driver's license, the original driver's license must not continue to be used. The following are detailed explanations: 1. Consequences of carrying the original driver's license on the road. If a motor vehicle driver violates the regulations by continuing to use the original driver's license, the traffic management department of the public security organ will impose a fine of not less than 20 yuan but not more than 200 yuan, and the original driver's license will be confiscated. Additionally, carrying the original driver's license on the road will be regarded as driving without a license, and corresponding penalties will be applied. 2. Handling of the original driver's license. According to Article 123 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" issued by the Ministry of Public Security: If the original driver's license is lost and later found after a replacement has been issued, the driver must submit the original driver's license to the vehicle management office or destroy it themselves. It is not allowed to use both licenses simultaneously.
I just got my driver's license replaced recently, which is quite important. After receiving the new license, never use the old one again because once the traffic management department registers the replacement, the old license automatically becomes invalid. If you're caught driving with the old license, it counts as driving without a valid license, which could result in fines or even vehicle impoundment. I remember a friend thought keeping the old license as a souvenir was harmless, but during last year's annual review, the system showed the license was invalid, and they had to re-submit materials. Everything is connected online now, so the safest option is to surrender or cut up the old license. Driving safety comes first, and keeping the old license could lead to misuse or misunderstandings. By the way, after getting the new license, it's best to check if all the information is correct to avoid further hassle.
