Can I drive with my driver's license information on the Traffic Management 12123 app?
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You can drive with your driver's license information on the Traffic Management 12123 app. If you forget to bring your physical driver's license when going out, you can provide your driver's license number (ID card number) to the traffic police for verification to prove that you are not driving without a license. The traffic police will verify your driver's license information through the call center before letting you go. Below is an introduction to driver's licenses: 1. Introduction to driver's licenses: A driver's license, also known as a "driving license," is the abbreviation for a motor vehicle driving license. According to the law, it is a certificate that motor vehicle drivers need to apply for. 2. A driver's license is a "permit": Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills. Without these skills, driving a motor vehicle recklessly may lead to traffic accidents. Drivers cannot drive on the road without a license. However, for those who have mastered safe driving skills, the document that allows them to drive vehicles on the road is the "driver's license." This shows that a driver's license is a "permit." 3. Definition of a driver's license: Internationally, a driver's license is defined as "a document issued by the competent authority to permit the driving of vehicles for the purpose of driving a car." In China, a driver's license is defined as "a legal certificate issued by the management department after a person who is legally allowed to learn to drive a motor vehicle has studied and mastered traffic regulations and driving skills, and passed the examination, permitting the driving of a certain type of motor vehicle."
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I've encountered this issue before. The driver's license information on the Traffic Management 12123 app is indeed convenient for checking violations with quick updates, but relying solely on it isn't legally sufficient for driving. Traffic regulations require carrying the physical driver's license booklet at all times, and getting caught without it can result in fines and demerit points. I remember once forgetting my booklet and narrowly avoiding inspection with just an app screenshot, but the thought still makes me nervous—had an accident occurred, insurance might not have recognized it. The app is merely an auxiliary tool to help manage information, not an actual document. Young drivers, don't cut corners; always keep a small booklet in your bag for safety's sake. While electronic licenses are usable in pilot areas, they're not nationwide yet, so always check local policies before traveling to avoid mishaps.
