Can a photo of the vehicle license be used to handle traffic violations?

[SadieMarie]

Article 17 of the "Road Traffic Management Regulations" promulgated by the State Council stipulates: "Vehicles must pass the inspection of the vehicle management authority and obtain license plates and a vehicle license before they are allowed to operate." Therefore, possessing a "Motor Vehicle License" is one of the prerequisites for a vehicle to be driven on the road. Driving without carrying the vehicle license is a violation, regardless of whether the driver has not obtained the "Motor Vehicle License" or simply forgot to bring it. Hence, a photo of the vehicle license cannot be used to handle traffic violations. When dealing with traffic violation records, the driver must carry their ID card, driver's license, and vehicle license—all three documents are indispensable. The vehicle owner must take these three documents to the traffic violation office, submit them to the staff, who will then retrieve the violation information and display the photos for confirmation. After confirmation, the staff will print the penalty decision form, which the owner must take to the designated bank to pay the fine. Once the fine is paid, the violation record will be cleared. If the vehicle license is lost, the owner should first apply for a replacement. The owner can apply for a replacement at the local vehicle management office. The application requires the identity proof of the vehicle owner, a copy of their ID card, and a photo of the vehicle. If the application is handled by an agent, a letter of authorization and a copy of the agent's ID card must also be provided. The vehicle license must be kept in the vehicle at all times, as it is the legal document required for the vehicle to operate on the road. The vehicle license consists of three parts: the main page, the supplementary page, and the vehicle photo, which includes detailed configuration information of the vehicle. Therefore, it must be carried in the vehicle when driving.