Are traffic violation points deducted from the driver's license immediately?
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Traffic violation points are not deducted from the driver's license immediately. Here is extended information about violation points: 1. On-site violations: For traffic violations detected on-site by traffic police, the police penalize the driver. If the violation warrants point deduction according to regulations, the points will be recorded on the driver's license. 2. Camera-recorded violations: For traffic violations recorded by surveillance equipment, the vehicle information is recorded. Until the vehicle owner or actual driver goes to the traffic management department of the public security authority to handle the violation, the points will not be recorded on the driver's license. Within ten days from the date the traffic surveillance equipment collects the violation records, the traffic management department at the location of the violation should review the records. After verification, the information will be entered into the traffic violation management system as evidence of the violation.
I remember when I was last fined for speeding, the officer only gave me a ticket and didn’t deduct points from my license immediately. In fact, this kind of traffic violation processing takes a few days to take effect: you first receive a notice and need to actively go to the traffic police station or use the Traffic Management 12123 App to handle it. Points are only deducted after the violation is confirmed. This design is quite considerate, providing a buffer period to avoid impulsive mistakes and reduce on-site disputes. With over 10 years of driving experience, I feel the key is to handle it promptly; otherwise, late fees may be charged or it could affect the annual inspection. Using navigation apps to monitor speed regularly and developing good habits can prevent most issues. The point-deduction system is meant to educate rather than punish, and we should all take it seriously and follow the rules.
When discussing traffic violation points, my colleagues and I had a conversation about it: the points aren't deducted on the spot. When you're caught by cameras or stopped by officers, you'll receive a ticket specifying the time and location, but your license points remain untouched initially. You'll need to find time to handle it yourself later, such as visiting a service point to scan a code and submit information. Only after the staff processes it will the points be deducted. This delay helps avoid confusion and disputes, especially during peak hours in big cities. I've seen many beginners neglect overdue processing, resulting in increased car insurance premiums or temporary license suspension, which is quite troublesome. I'd like to remind everyone to develop a habit of checking for violations monthly – you can do it easily with a mobile app. You can also learn some defensive driving techniques to reduce risks. Overall, the system is reasonable, but it requires our cooperation and compliance to work effectively.
When I had just gotten my driver's license for half a year, I ran a red light and was afraid my points would be deducted on the spot. But after the traffic police explained, I understood: points aren't deducted immediately at the scene; they're recorded when handling the violation. Later, I received a text message reminder, so I scheduled a time to visit the traffic police station. After paying the fine and having the information recorded, the points were deducted. This system made me learn my lesson and also allowed me to review some blind spots in traffic rules. Usually, I pay more attention to signs and avoid rushing through yellow lights—safety first!
