How Many Days Does It Usually Take to Check for Illegal U-Turns on Highways?
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Generally, it takes 3 to 7 days to check for traffic violations after they occur, as the traffic police department needs to input and verify the information. The latest it should take is no more than 13 working days. Nationwide Network for Traffic Violation Information: Currently, traffic violation information is networked nationwide. Even for violations that occur in different regions, the information is usually transmitted to the traffic website of the vehicle's registered location within about 3 days. Methods to Check for Traffic Violations: For uncertain traffic violations, the most accurate way to check for vehicle violations and driving license points is to log in to the traffic bureau website of the vehicle's registered location. You can also search online using Baidu by typing "vehicle violations" (or directly search for "vehicle violations XX location"). Additionally, comprehensive websites like hao123 offer "practical queries" where you can enter the query system (usually the local public traffic police website) and search by region. Typically, you will need to input the license plate number or the vehicle identification number (usually the last 4 or 6 digits of the VIN). Some regions may require registration, after which future logins for queries will be more convenient. Alternatively, you can call the local 114 or 12580 hotline and follow the prompts to input the license plate number and engine number for queries.
The time it takes to be caught for making an illegal U-turn on the highway varies from person to person. I used to drive long distances frequently and have seen many drivers make mistakes. Most highway surveillance cameras capture violations in real-time, and after the data is uploaded, the system processes it through backend review. Generally, in big city sections, the efficiency is high, and notifications appear on the app or via SMS within 2-4 days; in smaller areas, it might take up to a week, affected by holidays or backlog in reviews. I remember last month, a neighbor got caught, and the penalty notice with points deducted popped up on the 12123 app just three days later—pretty fast. I recommend making it a habit to check the app weekly to avoid forgetting to handle it and facing doubled fines. Safety comes first; making a U-turn on the highway is risky, and getting caught leads to much bigger troubles. Staying on top of it can help minimize future hassles.
