Will I be fined if one headlight is not working?
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A headlight not working will result in a fine. For safe driving considerations, according to Article 90 of the Road Traffic Law, the penalty for incomplete vehicle lighting is a fine of 100 yuan and one demerit point. Methods for using vehicle lights: 1. In foggy weather, you must turn on the running lights and front and rear fog lights, and you can also turn on the low beams. 2. Running lights, also called width-indicator lights, are used to make the four corners of the vehicle visible to others. They should be turned on during rainy weather, in dim light, or in underground parking lots. 3. Turn signals are used to indicate that the vehicle needs to turn. In situations where the vehicle needs to turn, the turn signal must be activated in advance. Only after confirming there are no vehicles approaching from behind can you turn. Avoid turning immediately after signaling without checking the situation behind you.
Last time I was driving with one headlight out, and I got pulled over by the police right away—they issued a ticket on the spot! This is no small matter because, in many places, traffic laws clearly state that all headlights must be fully functional to drive legally. Just one light out means incomplete lighting, and the chances of getting fined and penalized are very high. That time, I was fined 200 yuan and had 1 point deducted—it broke my heart. The officer said driving at night with a headlight out is extremely hazardous, as others can’t see your car clearly and might crash into you. I still remember it well—it’s best to go straight to a repair shop to replace the bulb or check the fuse. Otherwise, driving on the highway becomes even riskier, and the fines get steeper. Some highway entrances even have cameras set up to catch faulty lights—what a loss! In short, trying to save a bit on repairs only leads to bigger risks—totally not worth it.
