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“Five Scenarios Where Replacing Your CCCD is Necessary to Avoid Penalties”

"Is it mandatory to change your Citizen Identity Card? Will there be any penalties for not doing so? These are pressing questions that many individuals are seeking answers to. The following article delves into these inquiries, providing insightful information and shedding light on the process of obtaining a Citizen Identity Card. Read on to find clarity and enrich your understanding of this important matter."

Administrator

13 July, 2024

Recently, people have been actively applying for new identity cards, but due to the large number of applicants, they have faced long waiting times.

As a result, many are discouraged and consider not applying at all. However, they worry about potential penalties for not having a valid ID card. So, what’s the truth behind these concerns? Find out below.

Are There Penalties for Not Obtaining a New Identity Card?

As of now, there is no specific regulation or legislation that imposes penalties for not obtaining a new identity card. The only related penalties are associated with violations concerning the old identification cards, known as “Chứng Minh Nhân Dân” in Vietnamese.

According to Article 9 of Decree 167/NĐ-CP, which stipulates administrative sanctions in the fields of social order and safety, social evils prevention, fire prevention and fighting, and domestic violence prevention:

A warning or a fine from 100,000 VND to 200,000 VND shall be imposed for one of the following acts:

Failure to present one’s identification card when requested to do so by an authorized person.
Non-compliance with regulations on the issuance of new, replacement, or amended identification cards.
Non-compliance with regulations on the retrieval and temporary retention of identification cards upon request by an authorized person.

Article 5 of Decree 05/1999/NĐ-CP specifies the following cases where citizens must apply for a new chip-based identity card:

Expiration of the current identification card
Damage to the identification card, rendering it unusable
Changes in surname, given name, middle name, date of birth, or place of residence (outside the province or centrally-run city)
Alterations in physical appearance or distinctive features
Loss of the identification card, in which case a replacement must be requested.

Thus, citizens who fall under these six categories and fail to obtain a new chip-based identity card will be subject to a warning or a fine of up to 200,000 VND.

We hope this information provides clarity on the potential penalties for not obtaining a new identity card. If any of these scenarios apply to you, be sure to get your new chip-based identity card to avoid any fines!

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Frequently asked questions

There are five key scenarios where replacing your CCCD is necessary to avoid penalties. These include when your CCCD is damaged or faulty, when you’re upgrading to a newer model, when you’ve made significant hardware changes, when there are strange errors or compatibility issues, and when you’re selling or transferring ownership of the camera.

A damaged or faulty CCCD can lead to poor image quality, incorrect color representation, and various errors. Replacing it can improve performance and ensure your camera operates as intended.

Yes, it’s often necessary to replace the CCCD when upgrading to a newer model, as the new camera may have different specifications and requirements that your current CCCD cannot accommodate.

Significant hardware changes include modifying or upgrading key components like the camera’s sensor, processor, or lens. These changes can impact the compatibility and performance of your current CCCD, requiring an upgrade to ensure optimal performance.

Strange errors or compatibility issues may manifest as frequent crashes, unexpected behavior, or inconsistent performance. If basic troubleshooting steps don’t resolve these issues, replacing the CCCD may be necessary to restore stability and compatibility.

Yes, replacing the CCCD when selling or transferring ownership is a good practice. It ensures the new owner has a fresh start with the camera and protects your privacy by removing any potentially sensitive data stored on the CCCD.