75 questions
Penalty points and the law
Points, fines, detention, and legal and criminal liability.
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If a driver violates the laws on road traffic safety when driving a motor vehicle on the road, this is a:
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Answer: B. Law-breaking act
Violating a road traffic safety law is a law-breaking act.
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If a motor vehicle driver violates the laws on road traffic safety and has caused a major traffic accident and if his/her act constitutes a crime, he/she should be held for:
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Answer: A. Criminal liabilities
A driver whose traffic offence constitutes a crime can be held criminally liable.
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If a motor vehicle driver causes a traffic accident and leaves the scene, and his act constitutes a crime, except for revoking his driving license, how long should the driver be banned from re-obtaining a driving license?
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Answer: C. For lifetime
A driver who flees after causing a traffic accident is banned from obtaining a driving licence for life.
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If a motor vehicle driver violates the laws or regulations on road traffic safety and causes a traffic accident, he/she has committed only a traffic regulation-violating act.
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Answer: False
A traffic accident can also lead to civil or criminal liability, depending on the circumstances.
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If a driver drives a motor vehicle on the road and violates the provisions on road traffic, he/she will be subject to punishment accordingly.
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Answer: True
A driver who breaks road traffic rules can receive the applicable legal penalty.
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If a driver causes a major traffic accident and commits a crime by illegal driving, he/she will not be held for criminal liabilities.
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Answer: False
A serious traffic offence that constitutes a crime can lead to criminal liability.
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If a motor vehicle driver causes a traffic accident and leaves the scene, and his/her act constitutes a crime, his/her driving license should be revoked and he/she should be banned from re-obtaining a driving license for life.
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Answer: True
A driver who flees after causing a traffic accident loses the licence and is banned from obtaining one for life.
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If a motor vehicle driver violates regulations or laws on road traffic safety on driving lanes, he/she has committed a law-breaking act.
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Answer: True
Breaking road traffic safety laws or regulations is a traffic violation.
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If a motor vehicle driver falsifies or alters the motor driving license and his/her act constitutes a crime, he/she will be held criminally liable.
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Answer: True
Forging or altering a driving licence can lead to criminal liability if the act constitutes a crime.
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10
If a driver drives a self-assembled motor vehicle on the road, the driver is subject to a fine and which of the following punishments according to regulations?
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Answer: C. Revocation of the driving license
Driving a self-assembled vehicle on the road leads to a fine and revocation of the driving licence.
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If a driver drives a motor vehicle on the road that has reached the write-off standard, the driver is subject to a fine and which of the following punishments according to regulations?
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Answer: D. Revocation of the driving license
Driving a vehicle that has reached the mandatory scrapping standard leads to a fine and licence revocation.
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The driver of a motor vehicle that has reached the write-off standard will be:
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Answer: B. Subject to the revocation of the driving license
Driving a vehicle that has reached the mandatory scrapping standard on the road leads to licence revocation.
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If a driver drives a self-assembled motor vehicle on the road, he/she will be:
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Answer: C. Subject to a fine of 200 yuan ~ 2000 yuan
Driving a self-assembled vehicle on the road carries a fine of 200 to 2,000 yuan.
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The act of driving this kind of motor vehicle on the road is a:
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Answer: C. Law-breaking act
The number plate is covered. Deliberately covering a number plate violates road traffic law.
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Which of the following law-breaking acts is the motor vehicle in the PICTURE committing?
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Answer: C. Deliberately covering the license plate
The number plate is partly covered. A driver must keep the plate visible and legible.
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The act of driving this kind of motor vehicle on the road is just a minor regulation-violating act.
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Answer: False
The picture shows a covered number plate. Deliberately covering a plate is a traffic law violation that carries penalties.
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Besides imposing administrative punishment on the driver who has broken the traffic laws according to law, which one of the following systems can be implemented by the traffic control department of the public security organ?
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Answer: C. The recording system of accumulative penalty points
Traffic violations can result in penalty points as well as administrative penalties.
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How long is the cycle for the accumulative penalty points recording system for law-breaking acts on road traffic safety?
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Answer: C. 12 months
A penalty-points cycle lasts 12 months, starting from the date the licence was first issued.
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If a driver's accumulated penalty points reach the stipulated limit, what will the public security organ do to the driver?
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Answer: D. Educate the driver on the law and regulations and make him re-take the test
A driver who reaches the points limit must attend road safety education and pass the required test.
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If the accumulated penalty points of a motor vehicle driver reach 12 points and the driver refuses to participate in the study course and also refuses to take tests, the driver will receive a public announcement that his driving license should no longer be allowed to be used.
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Answer: True
A driver who refuses the required education and test can have the driving licence publicly declared invalid.
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Which kind of act will be subject to a fine ranging from 200 yuan to 2000 yuan and withdrawal of the driving license?
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Answer: B. Exceeding the speed limit by 50%
Driving more than 50% over the speed limit carries a fine of 200–2,000 yuan, and the licence may also be revoked.
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The driver would be sentenced to imprisonment or detention up to 3 years if he/she caused an accident in violation of traffic regulations leading to serious injuries.
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Answer: True
A serious traffic offence can lead to imprisonment or criminal detention for up to three years. Criminal liability depends on the circumstances and the driver's responsibility.
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The driver would be sentenced to fixed-term imprisonment for more than 3 years if he caused a major accident in violation of the regulations and leading to the death of the victims.
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Answer: False
A death does not automatically mean a sentence of more than three years. The sentence depends on the offence and circumstances, including any escape.
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The driver would be sentenced to imprisonment or detention of up to 3 years if he/she caused an accident in violation of traffic regulations leading to heavy losses in public or private property.
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Answer: True
A traffic offence involving major property loss can carry imprisonment or criminal detention for up to three years. Criminal liability depends on the legal thresholds and the driver's responsibility.
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To how many years of fixed-term imprisonment would the driver be sentenced if he/she left the scene after a fatal accident in violation of traffic regulations?
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Answer: C. 3 ~ 7 years
For a qualifying traffic offence, escape after the accident normally carries a sentence of three to seven years. A death caused by the escape carries a heavier sentence.
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To how many years of fixed-term imprisonment would the driver be sentenced if he/she left the scene after a major accident in violation of traffic regulations and his/her escape led to the death of the victims?
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Answer: D. More than 7 years
If escape after a qualifying traffic offence causes a person's death, the law provides for imprisonment of at least seven years.
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If a driver leaves the scene or commits other extremely serious acts after a major accident caused by the violation of traffic laws and regulations, a prison term of more than 7 years will be imposed.
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Answer: False
Escape or other especially serious circumstances normally carry three to seven years. A heavier sentence applies when the escape causes death.
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If a driver leaves the scene and causes death after a major accident caused by the violation of traffic laws and regulations, a prison term of 3 years ~7 years will be imposed.
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Answer: False
If a person dies because the driver fled after the accident, the prison term is more than seven years.
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If a motor vehicle driver chases another or drives competitively, causing serious traffic accident(s), the driver will be subject to:
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Answer: A. Criminal detention and a fine
Dangerous competitive driving in serious circumstances can lead to criminal detention and a fine. A serious crash may also result in a more serious criminal charge.
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If a motor vehicle driver chases another or drives competitively, and seriously threatens the public safety, a prison term less than 3 years will be imposed.
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Answer: False
Dangerous competitive driving in serious circumstances can lead to criminal detention and a fine, rather than the stated prison term.
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When driving a motor vehicle after drinking, a prison term of more than 3 years will be imposed.
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Answer: False
The penalty depends on the alcohol level and circumstances. A prison term of more than three years does not automatically apply to driving after drinking.
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In which one of the following situations are the traffic police permitted to detain a vehicle?
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Answer: A. Driving without a license plate
Traffic police may detain a vehicle driven on the road without a license plate.
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In which one of the following situations are the traffic police permitted to detain the vehicle?
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Answer: B. Driving without a label of inspection
The law provides for detention when the required inspection mark is missing. Electronic inspection marks can also be used.
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In which one of the following situations are the traffic police permitted to detain the vehicle?
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Answer: C. Driving without the auto insurance label
The law provides for detention when the required compulsory insurance mark is missing. Insurance information may also be available electronically.
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A motor vehicle on the road without a label of inspection will be detained by the traffic police according to law.
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Answer: True
The law provides for detention when the required inspection mark is missing. An electronic inspection mark can also be used.
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The traffic police are permitted to detain any motor vehicles suspected of having false or altered license plates.
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Answer: True
Police may detain a vehicle when they suspect its license plate is forged or altered so they can investigate.
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The traffic police are only permitted to impose a fine on any motor vehicles suspected of having a false or altered label of inspection.
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Answer: False
A fine is not the only possible action. Police may also detain the vehicle and investigate a suspected false or altered inspection mark.
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When a vehicle uses a license plate or vehicle license owned by another, the traffic police will detain the vehicle according to law.
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Answer: True
A vehicle must not use another vehicle's plate or vehicle license. Police may detain it for investigation.
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Traffic police are permitted to detain any vehicle not covered by the mandatory traffic accident liability insurance for motor vehicles.
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Answer: True
Compulsory traffic accident liability insurance is required. Police may detain an uninsured vehicle until the required insurance is obtained.
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The traffic police are permitted to detain any motor vehicles suspected of using a license plate or vehicle license owned by another vehicle.
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Answer: True
A vehicle must not use another vehicle's plate or vehicle license. Police may detain it for investigation.
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The traffic police are permitted to detain any vehicle suspected of using a label of inspection owned by another vehicle.
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Answer: True
An inspection mark belongs to a particular vehicle. Police may detain a vehicle suspected of using another vehicle's mark.
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The traffic police are permitted to detain any vehicle suspected of using a label of auto insurance owned by another vehicle.
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Answer: True
An insurance mark belongs to a particular vehicle. Police may detain a vehicle suspected of using another vehicle's mark.
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Which one of the following situations permits traffic police to detain the driving license of a driver?
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Answer: A. Drunk driving
Police may detain a driver's license when investigating drunk driving.
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If a driver allows his/her motor vehicle to be used by a person whose driving license has been revoked, the traffic police will detain the driving license of the driver according to law.
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Answer: True
Giving a vehicle to a person whose license has been revoked is an offence. The person who gave the vehicle may also have their own license revoked.
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If a driver allows his/her motor vehicle to be used by a person whose driving license has been temporarily detained, the traffic police will give a verbal warning to the driver.
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Answer: False
Giving a vehicle to someone whose driving license is temporarily withheld can result in a fine and possible revocation of the giver's license.
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If the accumulated penalty points of a motor vehicle driver reach 12 points within one scoring cycle, the traffic police will detain the driving license of the driver according to law.
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Answer: True
At 12 points in a scoring cycle, the driver must complete the required study and test procedure before driving again.
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The accumulated scoring cycle for road traffic violations is:
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Answer: B. 12 months
A points cycle lasts 12 months. It starts from the date the driving license was first issued.
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The maximum penalty points for one accumulated scoring cycle of road traffic violations is 12 points.
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Answer: True
One scoring cycle lasts 12 months. When a driver reaches 12 points in one cycle, the licence is held and the driver must study and pass the theory test again.
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If the penalty points of a driver don't reach the maximum, and there is a fine that has not been paid yet, the recording of the points will be transferred to the next scoring cycle.
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Answer: True
If the driver's points are below 12 but a related fine remains unpaid, the points for that unpaid fine carry over to the next cycle.
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If the driver who falsifies or alters, or uses a falsified or altered, driving license commits a crime, then he/she will be held for criminal liabilities according to the law.
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Answer: True
Forging, altering or using a forged or altered driving licence can lead to criminal liability when the conduct amounts to a crime.
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Twelve penalty points will be recorded for which of the following violations?
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Answer: B. Using a falsified license plate
Using a forged or altered motor vehicle licence plate carries 12 points.
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If a driver drives a motor vehicle after drinking, he/she will receive a penalty of:
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Answer: D. 12 points
Driving after drinking alcohol carries 12 penalty points. Other legal penalties may also apply.
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If a driver uses a falsified or altered license plate, he/she will be subject to:
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Answer: D. 12 points
Using a forged or altered motor vehicle licence plate carries 12 points.
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If a driver uses a falsified or altered vehicle license, he/she will be subject to:
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Answer: A. 12 points
Using a forged or altered motor vehicle registration document carries 12 points.
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Which of the following violations will result in 6 penalty points?
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Answer: D. Illegally occupying the emergency lane
Illegally driving in an emergency lane on an expressway or urban express road carries 6 points. Speeding penalties also depend on the road and vehicle type.
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If a motor vehicle driver violates traffic lights in his/her driving, he/she will be subject to:
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Answer: C. 6 points
Driving through a traffic signal in violation of its instruction carries 6 points.
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Which one of the following violations will result in 6 penalty points?
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Answer: C. Violating road traffic signal lights
Running a red light costs 6 penalty points. Driving a vehicle type that your licence does not cover now costs 9 points.
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Driving after drinking will be subject to a 12-point penalty.
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Answer: True
Driving after drinking alcohol carries 12 penalty points.
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If a driver falsified or altered his/her driving license, he/she will be subject to a 12-point penalty.
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Answer: True
The 12-point rule applies to using a forged or altered driving licence. Forging or altering a document can also bring other legal penalties.
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If a driver uses a license plate or motor vehicle license owned by another vehicle, he/she will be subject to a 3-point penalty.
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Answer: False
Using another vehicle's licence plate or vehicle registration document carries 9 points, not 3.
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If a motor vehicle driver reverses, drives forward in the opposite direction, or makes a U-turn crossing the medial strip of an expressway, the driver will be subject to a 6-point penalty.
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Answer: False
Reversing, driving against traffic or making a U-turn through the central divider on an expressway carries 12 points.
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If a driver violates traffic lights, he/she will be subject to a 6-point penalty.
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Answer: True
Driving in violation of a traffic signal carries 6 points.
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If a motor vehicle exceeds the speed limit by 50%, the driver will be subject to a 3-point penalty.
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Answer: False
Speeding by 50% or more carries a higher points penalty; the exact penalty depends on the road and vehicle type.
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If a motor vehicle driver illegally occupies and drives in an emergency lane, he/she will be subject to a 6-point penalty.
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Answer: True
Illegally driving in an emergency lane on an expressway or urban express road carries 6 points.
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When driving a commercial motor vehicle after drinking, the driver will be imposed with a 15-day detention and a fine of:
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Answer: B. 5000 yuan
Driving a commercial motor vehicle after drinking carries a 5,000 yuan fine and 15 days' detention. The driving licence is also revoked.
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When driving a commercial motor vehicle while drunk, the driver will be detained in the traffic control administration department of the public security organ until he/she sobers up; in addition, the driving license of the driver will be revoked, and he/she will also be held for criminal liabilities. Then within how many years will the driver not be allowed to re-apply for a new driving license? Of course the driver is not permitted to drive any commercial passenger vehicles even after re-gaining a new driving license.
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Answer: D. Ten years
A person who drives a commercial motor vehicle while drunk cannot obtain a new driving licence for ten years. After regaining a licence, they may not drive a commercial passenger vehicle.
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When the passengers carried by a commercial passenger vehicle on a highway exceed the prescribed amount by less than 20%, what fine will be imposed?
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Answer: B. 200 yuan~500 yuan
A commercial passenger vehicle must not carry more passengers than its approved capacity. The fine depends on the extent of overloading.
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When the passengers carried by a commercial passenger vehicle on a highway exceed the prescribed amount by 20%, or the commercial passenger vehicle carries goods not according to regulations, what fine will be imposed?
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Answer: C. 500 yuan~2000 yuan
A higher fine applies when a commercial passenger vehicle exceeds its capacity by 20% or carries goods against the rules.
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If a coach carries more passengers than it is permitted, the traffic control department of the public security organ will detain the vehicle according to law and the driver should have the over-sold passengers forwarded by another vehicle. Who should pay all the cost?
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Answer: B. The driver or owner of the over-sold coach
The driver or owner of the overloaded vehicle must pay the cost of transferring the excess passengers.
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For a driver who drives a commercial motor vehicle after drinking, besides revoking his/her driving license, how long will he/she be banned from re-obtaining a motor vehicle driving license?
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Answer: C. 5 years
Driving a commercial motor vehicle after drinking leads to licence revocation and a five-year ban on obtaining another licence. A longer ban applies to drunk driving.
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For a driver who drives a commercial motor vehicle after drinking, besides being detained by the traffic management department of the public security organ till he/she sobers up, what will he/she be subject to?
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Answer: C. Revocation of the motor vehicle driving license
Driving a commercial vehicle after drinking can result in revocation of the driver's licence. Being held until sober applies to drunk driving.
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How much will the driver of a freight motor vehicle be fined if it is overloaded by no more than 30% of the prescribed load weight?
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Answer: B. 200 yuan ~ 500 yuan
The stated fine for a freight vehicle exceeding its permitted load is 200 to 500 yuan. A heavier overload carries a higher fine.
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Under what circumstances will a freight motor vehicle be fined 200 yuan to 500 yuan?
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Answer: D. When overloaded by no more than 30% of the prescribed load weight
A freight vehicle exceeding its permitted load can be fined 200 to 500 yuan. An overload above 30% carries a higher fine.
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How much will a freight motor vehicle be fined when it is overloaded by more than 30% of the prescribed load weight or when it violates the stipulations by carrying passengers?
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Answer: C. 500 yuan to 2000 yuan
An overload above 30% or illegal carriage of passengers in a freight vehicle carries a fine of 500 to 2,000 yuan.
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A freight motor vehicle will be fined 500 yuan to 2000 yuan when violating the stipulations by carrying passengers or when overloaded by how much of the prescribed load weight?
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Answer: D. 30%
The higher fine applies when the overload exceeds 30% of the permitted load.