Does the vehicle owner need to be present to handle minor traffic violations and penalty points?
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Penalty points must be handled by the driver's license holder in person, as the police will photograph and archive the person receiving the points along with their original driver's license and ID card for future reference. Handling Violations: Before renewing the license, ensure all violations are resolved and penalty points are cleared; otherwise, the vehicle management office will not issue a new license. Early Application: You can apply for license renewal at the vehicle management office where the driver's license was originally issued up to 90 days before its expiration date. Expiration Details: If the driver's license has been expired for less than one year, renewal follows the normal process. If expired between one and three years, the license is canceled, but renewal is possible by passing the written test (Subject 1). If expired for more than three years, the license becomes invalid and cannot be renewed.
I've been driving for several years, and handling minor traffic violations doesn't necessarily require the vehicle owner to go in person. Last time I had a violation, I asked a colleague to handle it for me. He took my vehicle license, ID card, and authorization letter to the traffic police station, and it was settled quickly. For point deductions, it's more troublesome - it's best to go yourself or use the official app for verification since it involves driver's license information and real-time verification. Nowadays, using the 12123 app to handle violations is very convenient - you can do everything on your phone, saving time and effort. However, be careful when using third-party services - choose official channels to avoid being scammed. Overall, violation handling is quite flexible through authorization or online tools, suitable for busy professionals. But the point deduction part must be handled personally, otherwise there might be follow-up issues affecting personal credit or driving records. Understanding these details can make your driving life smoother.
