How many days does it take to know if you are caught driving without a license?
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Generally, it takes 3 to 7 days to check for motor vehicle violations, and no more than 13 working days at the latest. Driving without a license is dealt with on the spot. Relevant regulations: Article 99 of the Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates: Driving a motor vehicle without obtaining a motor vehicle driving license, or when the motor vehicle driving license has been revoked or temporarily suspended, shall be fined not less than 200 yuan but not more than 2,000 yuan, and may also be detained for not more than 15 days. Driving without a license and situations considered as driving without a license: No driving license; Obtained a driving license illegally without taking the test; Driving license has been canceled or revoked; Obtained a driving license illegally without meeting the driving conditions (age and health status); Driving license has expired; Driving license is temporarily suspended; Driving a civilian motor vehicle with a military or armed police force driving license; Driving in China with a foreign motor vehicle driving license; Driving a vehicle beyond the highest permitted driving model; Not carrying the driving license.
When you're caught driving without a license by a camera, it usually takes a few days to receive the notice. Having been on the road for so many years, I've seen friends in similar situations, and the processing time is quite uncertain. In big cities, it might be faster, and you could receive the ticket via SMS or email in three to five days. But in rural areas, it might take one or two weeks because the data needs to be transmitted to the traffic bureau for review before the notice is issued. During this time, it's better not to rush to drive out. Check your mailbox or online platforms more often. Besides, this isn't just about fines; it could also lead to points deducted, affecting your insurance. It's best to just get a license properly—driving is safer and more reassuring that way.
I feel like after being caught driving without a license, it takes about a week to receive the ticket. That's what happened to my friend last time—he was on edge for seven or eight days before getting a text message with a 500-yuan fine and mandatory traffic school. My advice is don't take it lightly. It's wise to get your driver's license ASAP—the risks are too high, as you could easily get into an accident, hurting yourself and others.
