Can 114 Look Up Car Owner's Phone Number?
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114 cannot find the car owner's phone number. Because phone numbers are considered personal privacy, 114 cannot retrieve the car owner's phone number. The process of contacting the car owner through 114 involves providing the license plate number to the 114 staff, who then use the plate number to look up the owner's contact information and make the call, transferring the call to the owner. The prerequisite for using 114 to contact the car owner is that the owner has already registered their license plate and contact number with China Unicom; otherwise, the owner cannot be reached. To protect the privacy of both parties, neither side can see the other's phone number once the call is connected.
As an ordinary driver, I once had a minor collision with someone else's car and was anxious to contact the other party to apologize, wondering if 114 could help. 114 is indeed a phone number inquiry service, and I've used it in Guangzhou to find nearby auto repair shop numbers, which was quite convenient. However, it mainly focuses on public information inquiries and does not involve private mobile numbers. The owner's phone number falls under the category of privacy, which is strictly protected by law, so directly looking up someone's mobile number isn't quite ethical. In such urgent situations, like traffic accidents, I personally recommend calling 122 to report to the police, as traffic police will intervene to mediate. Alternatively, if you have the license plate information, you can contact the insurance company for assistance in handling the matter. Automotive-related privacy is very important, so always be mindful not to disclose personal information when parking. In short, 114 is a useful tool but has limited applications, and respecting privacy is key.
