Will points be deducted for not wearing a seatbelt on ordinary roads?
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On ordinary roads, failure to wear a seatbelt will result in a fine but no points deduction. The following are relevant laws and regulations: According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": 1. When a motor vehicle is in motion, the driver and passengers shall use seatbelts as required, and motorcycle drivers and passengers shall wear safety helmets as required. 2. Pedestrians, passengers, and non-motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road usage shall be given a warning; if a non-motor vehicle driver refuses to accept a fine, their non-motor vehicle may be impounded. 3. Motor vehicle drivers who violate road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road usage shall be given a warning or fined. If this Law stipulates otherwise, the punishment shall be carried out accordingly.
I'm a veteran driver with over 20 years of experience. On regular roads, not wearing a seatbelt will definitely result in penalty points - usually 2 points deducted and a fine of around 200 yuan. This isn't a scare tactic, it's clearly stated in traffic regulations! I've seen some people think they can skip it because urban speeds are slower, but during emergency braking, people can be thrown forward causing serious accidents - I've personally witnessed such incidents. Make it a habit to buckle up immediately when getting in the car, and don't forget rear passengers either, otherwise the driver might face joint penalties. Ultimately, safety comes first - saving a bit of money isn't worth risking your life over, it's just not worth it.
