How long does it take to receive a traffic violation notice?
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Generally, you can check online or receive an SMS notification within 3 to 7 days. Phone inquiry: Call the local number 114, provide your vehicle information for a traffic violation inquiry, and the operator will inform you if there are any violations. Traffic police station inquiry: You can directly visit the office lobby of the traffic police departments in various districts and counties to inquire using the touch-screen terminals. Required documents include: driver's license, vehicle license, and ID card. WeChat official account inquiry: With the advancement of technology, you can follow the official WeChat account: Driver's License Test, enter your vehicle information, and check for violations.
In my many years of driving, I've generally received traffic violation notices within three to fifteen days. After being caught by cameras, the backend needs to process the images, verify vehicle and driver information, then send SMS or mail notifications. Urban areas process faster - during peak periods you might get notified in just two or three days; remote areas might take one or two weeks due to system processing capacity and mailing efficiency. My last speeding ticket on the highway came via text message in just five days - really fast. If you wait a long time without news, I recommend checking directly at the traffic police station or through their APP to avoid missing deadlines and facing doubled fines. The key is developing a habit of regularly checking for violations, especially on roads with dense electronic surveillance, while maintaining standardized driving to reduce risks.
