Can running a red light be handled in another location?
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Running a red light can be handled in another location. The processing methods are: 1. If traveling in other cities within the same province and caught violating traffic rules, the driver can return to their local city and bring their vehicle license and driver's license to the designated bank by the local traffic police department to pay the fine, and then go to the vehicle management office for point deduction; 2. If the violation occurs outside the province and the traffic information between the two provinces is interconnected, the driver can return to their own province to handle the fine. Running a red light refers to the act of a motor vehicle violating the traffic signal by crossing the stop line and continuing to drive when the red light is on and passage is prohibited. Therefore, car owners must pay attention to traffic signals, crosswalk markings, and stop lines while driving.
Last time I was driving out of town and got into a bit of trouble—ran a red light and got caught on camera. I handled it right there in the other city, which was quite convenient. As someone who frequently drives for business trips and moves between different cities, going back to my hometown to deal with it would be too much hassle. The actual process is very simple: download the Traffic 12123 app, log in with your phone, enter your license plate number and ID information, check the fine notice, and pay directly online—done. The key is to pay attention to the processing time limit; don’t delay too long, or you might face additional late fees. Also, remember to verify the violation photos to ensure accuracy. If you feel wronged, you can appeal, but it’s not recommended to appeal remotely since it requires local verification. This experience taught me to drive more carefully, but if something does happen, don’t panic—technology has made remote handling a reality, saving time and hassle. Overall, the nationwide networked traffic system has made dealing with such issues much easier.
