Do I still need to carry the vehicle license with 12123?
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You still need to carry the vehicle license even with 12123. Although the electronic QR code for the vehicle license has been implemented, special circumstances may still arise. Here is some relevant information about the electronic QR code vehicle license: 1. Regulations: The electronic QR code vehicle license serves as a valid supplement to the physical license and has the same legal effect as the paper certificate in specific situations. Therefore, vehicle owners should cooperate if traffic police request to see the paper certificate. 2. Purpose: The electronic vehicle license further implements the requirements of the Ministry of Public Security and provincial public security departments for the 'big intelligence' system construction. It strongly promotes the informatization of public security, comprehensively enhances the level of technology in policing and public security management, and rigorously combats crimes such as motor vehicle theft, hit-and-run incidents, and illegal activities involving license plates and certificates, effectively safeguarding the interests of the general public.
From a legal perspective, carrying the vehicle license is mandatory. Although the 12123 APP has an electronic vehicle license function, according to the Road Traffic Safety Law, drivers must carry the original paper vehicle license with them in the vehicle. Once during a business trip, I encountered a traffic police check and specifically asked about this. The officer mentioned that currently, only a few pilot cities nationwide recognize the electronic version, while most regions still require the paper document as the standard. The 12123 APP is mainly convenient for handling traffic violations and scheduling annual inspections, but it cannot completely replace the physical document. It is recommended to keep the vehicle license in the glove compartment—it doesn’t take up space and avoids fines, as driving without proper documentation is the last thing anyone wants.
