Can a photo of the vehicle license replace the original vehicle license?

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If you don't have the vehicle license with you, providing a photo or screenshot taken with your phone is invalid because photos can be synthesized. Generally, only real-time updated electronic licenses or paper licenses have legal validity. Legal basis: According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law," driving a motor vehicle on the road requires carrying both the driver's license and the vehicle license. If you fail to carry the vehicle license while driving, once caught, you will be fined, deducted 1 point, and the traffic police department may impound the vehicle, notifying the driver to provide valid documentation. If you provide the driver's license but commit a traffic violation, penalties will be imposed based on the violation and the failure to carry the driver's license, with the vehicle returned promptly. If you cannot provide the driver's license, you will be penalized for driving without a license. Applying for an electronic license: If you don't have the vehicle license with you, you can present an electronic license during a traffic police inspection. Many regions now support electronic driver's licenses and vehicle licenses. Drivers can apply for electronic licenses through platforms such as Alipay or local traffic police official WeChat accounts.