How many days does it take to check highway penalty points?
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Highway penalty points can be checked on the same day. Timeframe for checking violations: After a traffic violation is recorded by electronic monitoring equipment, it needs to undergo manual review to confirm it is not a false capture and to verify the violation. Once reviewed, it will be uploaded to the database and made available for public inquiry. This process takes some time. According to relevant operational requirements, violations must be reviewed within three days and uploaded to the database within thirteen working days. Therefore, for the question of how many days it takes to check a violation, it can definitely be checked within thirteen working days after the violation occurs. Timeframe for handling violations: Vehicle owners must go to the local traffic police station to handle the violation within 15 days of receiving the penalty SMS. If not handled within 15 days, a late fee of 3% per day will be charged, but the late fee will not exceed double the original fine amount. Handling it early avoids unnecessary penalties.
I was just caught speeding on the highway last week, and I want to share my personal experience about how long it takes to check penalty points. Normally, you can see the record on the Traffic Management 12123 app within 2-3 days, but it might take up to 5 working days. In my case, the violation didn't show up until the morning of the 4th day, which was really stressful. I remember being caught at a provincial border toll station before, and I got the SMS notification the next day. My advice is to check the app twice a day, morning and evening, as the system can sometimes be delayed. But don't believe any agents who claim you can check on the same day—they're just scamming you. Also, it's best to handle the violation within 15 days to avoid late fees.
