[Traffic Law Tips] Repeated violations of traffic regulations? Immediate suspension of license plate when 15 points are accumulated? Details of various penalty items
Don’t want to be suspended like others? Here are the common traffic violations in Hong Kong, relevant laws, deduction points and fines. Remember to check it out!
Introduction to Hong Kong Traffic Offence Points System
The Hong Kong Traffic Offence Points System (commonly known as the "Demerit Points System") is implemented in accordance with the Road Traffic (Demerit Points) Regulations (Cap. 375B). Driving offences will result in demerit points. If 15 points are accumulated within two years, the driver will be suspended immediately.
Details of common traffic violations, laws, deduction points and fines
| Violations | Legal provisions | Deduction of points | Fine (HKD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speeding (10-30 km/h over the speed limit) | Section 41 of the Road Traffic Ordinance | 3 | $320 - $450 |
| Speeding (30-45 km/h over the speed limit) | Section 41 of the Road Traffic Ordinance | 5 | $450 - $600 |
| Speeding (more than 45 km/h over the speed limit) | Section 41 of the Road Traffic Ordinance | 8 | $600 - $1,000 |
| Failure to obey traffic lights | Road Traffic (Traffic Control) Regulations 99 | 5 | $620 |
| Drink driving | Section 39A of the Road Traffic Ordinance | 10 | Court ruling |
| Driving without following road signs | Road Traffic (Traffic Control) Regulations, Regulation 50 | 3 | $320 |
| Driving against the flow | Section 38 of the Road Traffic Ordinance | 10 | Court ruling |
| Using mobile phones or electronic devices | Road Traffic (Traffic Control) Regulations, Regulation 42 | 3 | $2,000 |
| Not wearing seat belts | Road Traffic (Seat Belts) Regulations 9 | 3 | $5,000 |
| Driving without a license | Section 42 of the Road Traffic Ordinance | 10 | Court ruling |
| Failure to give way according to regulations | Road Traffic (Traffic Control) Regulations, Regulation 38 | 3 | $320 |
| Failure to purchase third party insurance | Section 4 of the Motor Vehicles Insurance (Third Party Risks) Ordinance | 5 | Court ruling |
Note: Some offences (such as driving under the influence of alcohol, driving without a licence, etc.) will be directly sentenced by the court. The fine and suspension period will depend on the severity of the case.
Demerit Points Accumulation and Immediate Suspension Rules
Score accumulation calculation method
- Demerit points will be valid for two years from the date of the offence.
- If 15 points or more are accumulated within two years, the license will be suspended immediately.
Suspension Details
- First time accumulating 15 or more points within two years: three-month suspension .
- 15 or more points for the second or subsequent offence within two years: six months' suspension .
- You are not allowed to drive any car during the suspension period.
- Your driver's licence will be suspended and must be returned to the Transport Department.
- After the suspension ends, the deduction points will be reset and recalculated.
Legal basis
- In accordance with Section 45 of the Road Traffic Ordinance and the Road Traffic (Offence Points) Regulations (Cap. 375B).
Other important notes
- If a driver drives during the suspension period, it is a criminal offense and the driver will be prosecuted and sentenced to a more severe penalty.
- Suspension notices will be in writing and must be complied with.
- If you object to the deduction, you can appeal to the court.
