How Long Does It Take to Handle Traffic Violations?
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Handling traffic violations takes fifteen days. Documents required for handling violations: Driver's license, vehicle registration, ID card, and violation confirmation letter must be brought to the traffic police station to complete the relevant procedures. Traffic violations are generally handled at the location where the violation occurred. Go to the vehicle management office to confirm and receive the confirmation letter, then pay the fine at the designated bank. On-site violation handling process: Relevant documents must be presented to handle the traffic violation. After viewing three photos of the violation scene on the staff's computer to confirm the violation, review the violation record, confirm the violation details, and queue up to pay the fine.
My experience with handling traffic violations is that the deadline is usually around 15 days. This means you must complete the process within 15 days of receiving the ticket, which is a nationwide regulation. If not handled promptly, the fine may double, and you'll also have to pay late fees. The actual processing time is quite short: online via the 12123 APP takes just a few minutes—just enter your license plate number to get it done; offline at the traffic police station might involve some queuing, but it generally takes about half an hour. Don't procrastinate, as it could affect your vehicle's annual inspection or driver's license renewal. In extreme cases, accumulated penalty points could lead to license suspension. I recommend checking your phone notifications or the traffic management website to confirm the specific date, as there isn't much variation across different regions.
