Can Traffic Violations Be Captured with Temporary License Plates?
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Temporary license plate violations can be captured, and driving with a temporary plate while violating traffic laws is also illegal. Whether or not a vehicle displays a license plate, the driver must bear certain responsibilities for violations. If a temporary plate is not displayed as required, it is equivalent to driving without a license plate, and the driver will be held accountable if caught by surveillance cameras, as temporary plates also contain vehicle information. Temporary license plates, also known as temporary vehicle permits, are paper-based permits issued by the vehicle management department for new vehicles before official registration. There are four types of temporary plates: local administrative area temporary plates, cross-administrative area temporary plates, test-use temporary plates, and special-type vehicle temporary plates, with a validity period generally not exceeding thirty days.
I remember a few years ago when I was transitioning to a new car, I also drove with temporary license plates for a while. One night, I was in a hurry and sped, only to receive a ticket two days later—it turned out the street cameras had clearly captured the numbers on the temporary plates. Traffic cameras nowadays are equipped with advanced technology, featuring infrared and high-definition lenses specifically designed to capture any identifiable plates, including paper temporary ones, as they also have codes and barcodes. Violations can still be recognized and recorded. Car owners should take note: don’t assume temporary plates let you off the hook—running red lights or speeding will still be automatically logged by the system, leading not only to accumulated fines but also affecting the process of obtaining permanent plates later. My personal advice is to be extra cautious when driving with temporary plates, adhere to speed limits, and stay observant at intersections to avoid unnecessary trouble and extra expenses.
