Will points be deducted for lying down to sleep in the back seat of a car?
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Traffic police will penalize this behavior as dangerous driving. Here are the relevant details: 1. Hazards: If the driver suddenly brakes or makes a sharp turn, or even in the event of an accident, it can cause harm to the person lying down in the back seat. This is because lying down means they have no safety precautions in place. Additionally, when the back seat is flattened, the space increases, making it easier for the person lying down to move with the car's motion, leading to various impacts on the body. 2. Seat belts: During driving, both the driver and front passenger must fasten their seat belts, as this is crucial for passenger safety. Especially in some major cities, failure to fasten seat belts can result in point deductions and penalties.
I've been driving for almost ten years and often see people lying down to sleep in the back seat, which is actually quite dangerous. Traffic regulations require all passengers to wear seat belts, and it's nearly impossible to fasten them properly while lying down. If caught by traffic police, you could face a fine of around 200 yuan. Although points deduction is rare—mainly targeting drivers who fail to supervise or violate rules—lying passengers are the most vulnerable in accidents, such as hitting the front seats or windows during sudden braking. For long trips, I recommend not cutting corners; pull over at rest stops for proper breaks. Always stay seated with seat belts fastened in the car. Many vehicles now have rear seat belt reminders—safety first. Last year, a friend of mine fell asleep lying down on the highway and almost fell off when we hit a bump. Since then, we’ve learned to stop before lying down.
My child often gets sleepy in the car, so I pay special attention to preventing them from lying down in the back seat. Traffic regulations emphasize passenger safety, and lying down might be considered as not wearing a seatbelt. If caught during an inspection, it could result in a fine, and the driver is also responsible for managing passenger behavior. Points deduction is usually not involved, but in case of a safety incident, the police might investigate the driver for failing to fulfill their duty. More practically, lying down to sleep on bumpy roads makes it easy to roll around, and in the event of a sharp turn or rear-end collision, the child could be thrown and seriously injured. I’ve personally tried lying in the back seat during short trips and felt dizzy and uneasy. I recommend developing the habit of letting family members lie down to rest only when the car is parked, or preparing a U-shaped pillow for a seated nap.
