最高人民法院：辅助驾驶系统不能代替驾驶人成为驾驶主体

Core Viewpoint - The Supreme People's Court of China has established guidelines for criminal liability regarding the activation of driver-assistance systems, emphasizing that the driver remains responsible for safe driving even when such systems are engaged [1][2]. Group 1: Legal Implications - The court clarified that driver-assistance systems do not replace the driver; the driver is still the one executing the driving task and must ensure safety [1][2]. - A case involving a driver who used unauthorized accessories to bypass the monitoring of the assistance system was highlighted, demonstrating that the driver is still liable even if not physically controlling the vehicle [1]. Group 2: Case Details - The case involved a driver, Wang, who activated a Level 2 driver-assistance system after drinking alcohol and used a device to simulate hand presence on the steering wheel, allowing him to sleep while the vehicle drove itself for nearly 20 minutes [1]. - The court ruled that Wang's actions constituted dangerous driving, resulting in a sentence of 45 days of detention and a fine of 4,000 yuan, with the case being published as a guiding example for future cases [2].