Do I Need to Make an Appointment for Traffic Violation Processing?

[FrankDella]

Yes, you need to make an appointment. Traffic violations can be processed online by appointment. Here is the relevant information: Appointment Frequency: Each person can only book one appointment per day at the same service window, and same-day appointments are not available. Users can make appointments up to one week in advance. If the system indicates no available appointment slots, it means all slots are booked, and users can try again the next day. Appointment Location: Choose the nearest location for one-time completion. Online appointments can be made at any traffic violation processing window of the local traffic police department. Citizens can decide the appointment location based on their travel plans for the day of the appointment to facilitate nearby processing. Additionally, one appointment is sufficient to handle all traffic violations captured by electronic police enforcement. Appointment Notes: When making an appointment, you must use the real information of the person handling the violation; otherwise, the service window will not accept the request. After a successful appointment, the individual must arrive at the designated location at least 5 minutes early and wait for their number to be called by the queuing system. Missing the call invalidates the appointment. If an individual misses three appointments in a month, they will be blacklisted and suspended from making any appointments for one month.

[VonKaden]

Last year, I had to deal with a traffic violation ticket locally. I initially thought I could just go and queue at the traffic police station, but I found a notice at the entrance stating that an appointment was mandatory. I quickly logged into the traffic management app on my phone and booked a slot for the next day. The whole process went smoothly—I brought my ID card and driver’s license, and it took only 10 minutes to complete. I recommend checking local policies before handling such matters, as requirements vary by city—major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou generally enforce appointments, while smaller cities may allow walk-ins. This can save you the hassle of queuing. Also, remember to choose a time with lighter traffic to avoid delays in your travel plans.

[ArcherFitz]

Whether you need an appointment to handle traffic violations indeed varies by location. I remember last month when I helped a friend deal with a red-light running ticket, his city allowed direct walk-in service at the counter, but required queuing up half an hour in advance. I recommend trying online appointment booking, which can be easily done through the local traffic bureau's official website or the 12123 app. After filling in the information online, just go to handle it on time, saving a lot of effort. This is much more efficient than traditional methods, especially for drivers in a hurry. Also, a reminder: after handling the ticket, remember to pay the fine promptly to avoid late fees due to delays.

[ClaireDella]

I often deal with minor traffic violation tickets, usually by driving directly to the nearby traffic police station without needing an appointment. However, some colleagues have mentioned that branches in big cities require booking a time slot online in advance. For specific procedures, it's more reliable to bring your documents and ask the staff directly or make a phone inquiry to avoid a wasted trip. This is crucial for drivers whose time is valuable.