Will Not Wearing a Seat Belt Definitely Be Captured by Cameras?
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Not wearing a seat belt will definitely be captured by cameras. The relevant penalties for not wearing a seat belt are as follows: When driving a motor vehicle: According to relevant regulations, driving a motor vehicle without wearing a seat belt as required will result in a fine of 50 RMB. If driving on highways or urban expressways without wearing a seat belt as required, an additional 2 points will be deducted. Passengers not wearing seat belts as required will be fined 20 RMB. Urban expressways: When driving on urban expressways, if the driver does not wear a seat belt as required, a fine of 50 RMB will be imposed, and 2 points will be deducted. When driving on roads other than highways or urban expressways, if the driver does not wear a seat belt as required, a fine of 50 RMB will be imposed, but no points will be deducted. Passengers: When a motor vehicle is in motion, if passengers do not wear seat belts as required, a fine of 5 RMB will be imposed. When driving on highways, if the driver does not wear a seat belt as required, a fine of 50 RMB will be imposed, and 2 points will be deducted. When driving on urban roads with speed limits below 50 km/h, if passengers do not wear seat belts as required and correct the behavior immediately after being pointed out, a verbal warning will be issued. For driving on highways or urban expressways without wearing a seat belt as required, 2 points will be deducted for each violation.
Having driven for decades, I've seen countless cases of people getting caught for not wearing seat belts, but it's not always captured on camera. In reality, the location, type, and operational status of cameras are crucial. On urban main roads or highway entrances, many places are equipped with electronic eyes that can automatically detect drivers not wearing seat belts, especially those high-definition cameras with AI capabilities. However, in rural roads or older urban areas, there are fewer or no cameras operating, so the risk is lower. A friend of mine didn't buckle up during a long trip and passed several cameras without issue, but was once fined in the city center. The core issue is that seat belts protect your life—don't cut corners for convenience. Even if you're not caught on camera, in the event of an accident, not wearing a seat belt can worsen injuries or lead to on-the-spot police checks. It's advisable to develop the habit of buckling up as soon as you sit in the driver's seat—prevention is better than cure. Check local traffic apps or navigation tools to avoid surveillance points in advance, but obeying the law comes first.
