Can traffic violations committed in other places be handled locally?
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Traffic violations committed in other places can be handled locally. For violations in other provinces, you can go to postal agency points for processing or handle them online. There are two situations for penalties of traffic violations in other places: 1. If penalized on the spot by the police, you need to pay the fine at the designated location under the jurisdiction of the penalizing area within 15 days. Late payment will incur a late fee; 2. For non-on-the-spot penalties, such as violations captured by electronic surveillance, you can accept the penalty at the jurisdiction of your local license plate. For violations captured by electronic surveillance without an immediate ticket, you can bind your vehicle on the 12123 traffic management app or check the violation records on Alipay and WeChat to see if the violation can be handled online. Generally, violation records can be processed in other places. However, for complex situations such as speeding over 50% resulting in a 12-point deduction, you will need to handle it at the local window.
I've been driving for transportation for over 20 years, often traveling across the country, so traffic violations are inevitable. It is feasible to handle out-of-town violations back in your local area because the national traffic system is now interconnected, and violation data will be synchronized to the traffic management office in your registered residence. When handling it, bring your ID card, driver's license, and vehicle registration certificate (original copies) to the vehicle management office or traffic police station window, and pay the fine on the spot. Some minor violations in small towns may have slower system updates, but in big cities, it's generally not a problem. It's recommended to deal with it as soon as you receive the notice to avoid additional penalties or impacts on your annual inspection. Don't delay on this matter—safety comes first. Develop a habit of checking traffic regulations before heading out to avoid speeding or illegal parking.
