How Long Does It Take to Get Points Deducted for Running a Red Light?
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Generally, you will receive a text message about the points deduction within 3 to 7 days after running a red light. If you haven’t received the message after 7 days, you can wait a bit longer, as it takes time to collect, organize, review, and input the data from the traffic violation into the system. Typically, the process should not exceed 15 days. If you still haven’t received a message after 15 days, it likely means there is no violation record. Criteria for Determining a Red Light Violation: Electronic cameras capture three photos of the vehicle’s movement as evidence for determining a red light violation: 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 the vehicle be confirmed as having run a red light. Ways to Check for Red Light Violations: You can check for red light violations through the "Traffic Management 12123" app. After opening the app, log in using your ID card, then find and click on the "Violation Handling" option. Under this section, you can view the current status of your vehicle. If there is a violation, the details will be displayed. Visit the service halls of local traffic police branches in various districts or counties and use the touchscreen terminals to check. Log in to the official service websites of the local public security traffic management bureaus, locate the vehicle violation inquiry section, enter your license plate number and engine number, and click "Search."
I just went through this recently. That day, I was in a hurry and accidentally ran a red light. About a week later, I received a traffic ticket text message notifying me that 6 points were deducted. The whole process isn’t that fast—the system first needs to capture the license plate number, transmit the data to the platform for verification, and then send the notification, usually taking around 10 days to complete. Don’t take chances; nowadays, high-definition cameras are everywhere with a high capture rate. Running a red light not only deducts a lot of points but also easily leads to accidents, endangering yourself and others. Since that lesson, I’ve been slowing down in advance while driving, especially patiently waiting for the green light at intersections. Safe driving habits really need to be developed to avoid the pain of fines and point deductions. Regularly checking violation records can also prevent unknown issues.
