Core Points - The new fire safety penalty regulations have been officially implemented, introducing stricter penalties for certain violations [1] - The regulations aim to optimize the business environment and reduce burdens at the grassroots level by categorizing violations into three or four levels based on severity [3] - A unified administrative enforcement discretion standard will be applied to similar fire safety violations, ensuring consistent penalties for comparable cases [4] Summary by Categories - **Penalty Reduction Circumstances** - Six circumstances have been identified where penalties may be reduced, including cases involving minors, voluntary rectification of violations, coercion, and cooperation with authorities [5] - **Penalty Enhancement Circumstances** - Six circumstances warrant increased penalties, such as severe violations causing significant social impact, retaliation against whistleblowers, and obstruction of enforcement personnel [6] - **Classification of Violations** - A five-tier classification system has been established for 53 specific fire safety violations, detailing the severity of each violation and corresponding penalties [7] - **Exemptions from Penalties** - Certain violations, such as first-time minor offenses related to obstructing evacuation routes, may not incur penalties, while others may be exempt based on specific legal criteria [8]