Will the passenger in the front seat be penalized with points and fines for not wearing a seatbelt on the highway?
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According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, when a motor vehicle is in motion, the passenger in the front seat should also use a seatbelt. The regulation requiring the front-seat passenger to wear a seatbelt was clearly stipulated in the old traffic regulations. Any passenger not wearing a seatbelt in the front seat can be fined by the traffic police on duty. More information from the 'Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China' is as follows: 1. Article 51: When a motor vehicle is in motion, the driver and passengers should use seatbelts as required, and motorcycle drivers and passengers should wear safety helmets as required. 2. Article 90: If a motor vehicle driver violates the road traffic safety laws and regulations regarding road traffic rules, they shall be given a warning or fined. If there are other provisions in this law, penalties shall be imposed in accordance with those provisions.
Last time I drove on the highway, my friend in the passenger seat forgot to fasten the seat belt, and we got pulled over by traffic police for inspection. I was directly fined 200 yuan and had 2 points deducted from my license. It was heartbreaking. There are many cameras on the highway, and the police are vigilant. Not wearing a seat belt is a huge risk—it's not just about fines and points. In case of an accident, an unrestrained person could be thrown out of the car, which is extremely dangerous. Now, as soon as I get in the car, I remind everyone to buckle up immediately to avoid unnecessary fines and anxiety. Some new drivers don’t pay attention, thinking short trips are fine, but highway speeds are high, and even a small mistake can lead to an accident. The regulations are stricter now, and enforcement is more frequent. Safety always comes first, and making it a habit ensures you won’t go wrong.
