How Long Does It Take to Check Red Light Running in Nanjing?
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Red light running violations can usually be checked within 10 days. The criteria for determining a red light running violation involve three photos taken by electronic monitoring: the front wheels crossing the stop line, the rear wheels crossing the stop line, and the front wheels crossing the opposite stop line. Only when all three photos are available will it be confirmed as a red light running violation. Penalty points for red light running: According to Article 2, Section 1, Clause 2 of the "Scoring Standards for Road Traffic Violations," driving a motor vehicle in violation of traffic signal lights will result in a 6-point deduction. Article 3, Section 1, Clause 8 states that driving a motor vehicle in violation of prohibitory signs or markings will result in a 3-point deduction. Red light running violations can be checked via the "Traffic Management 12123" app. After opening the app, log in with your ID card, find and click the "Violation Handling" option. Under this section, you can view the current status of your vehicle. If there are any violations, the specific details will be displayed. You can also check violations at the service halls of traffic police branches or offices in various districts and counties by using the touch query terminals.
I've been driving for over a decade, frequently traveling in Nanjing. Last year, I ran a red light at the Confucius Temple intersection and immediately felt nervous, quickly checking the app. The violation record appeared after two days, showing the points deduction and fine directly on the 12123 app. Nowadays, Nanjing has full electronic surveillance coverage, and the backend processing is quite fast—usually, violations are clarified within 24 to 72 hours, though during peak times it might take up to three days. I advise new drivers not to make such mistakes and to frequently check real-time traffic conditions on their phones—safe driving is what truly matters. Intersections are crowded with vehicles and pedestrians; waiting an extra few dozen seconds for the green light reduces risks and brings peace of mind. Get into the habit of using navigation alerts for traffic lights to avoid the hassle of dealing with fines afterward. While Nanjing's traffic management efficiency has improved, accumulating too many violations can lead to higher insurance premiums—it's just not worth it.
