No, radar detectors are illegal in China under the Road Traffic Safety Law and classified as “electronic interference devices.” Their use violates Article 90, which prohibits equipment disrupting traffic monitoring systems. The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) enforces this through strict penalties, including fines up to ¥2,000 and confiscation. Recent 2026 draft amendments to the Regulations on Road Traffic Safety further tighten enforcement, targeting both possession and use.
Key Regulations for Radar Detectors in China
- Prohibition Under Traffic Law: Article 90 of the Road Traffic Safety Law explicitly bans devices that interfere with traffic enforcement systems, including radar detectors. Violations may result in administrative penalties.
- Ministry of Public Security Enforcement: The MPS, via local traffic police, conducts roadside checks and imposes fines (¥200–¥2,000) or confiscates devices under the Administrative Penalty Law.
- 2026 Compliance Shifts: Proposed amendments to the Regulations on Road Traffic Safety expand enforcement to include online sales and cross-border smuggling, with stricter penalties for repeat offenders.