How to Check Traffic Violation Records Without a Driver's License?
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Methods for checking traffic violation records without a driver's license are as follows: 1. Visit the traffic police station: Bring your vehicle license and driver's license directly to the local traffic police station for inquiry. 2. Visit the vehicle management office: You can also check at the vehicle management office, where there is a self-service terminal inquiry system in the lobby. There are ten situations considered as driving without a license: 1. No driver's license; 2. Obtaining a driver's license illegally without taking the test; 3. Driver's license being canceled or revoked; 4. Not meeting the driving conditions (age and health status) and obtaining a driver's license illegally; 5. Driver's license has expired; 6. Driver's license is temporarily suspended; 7. Driving a civilian vehicle with a military or armed police force driver's license; 8. Driving in China with a foreign driver's license; 9. Driving a vehicle beyond the highest permitted vehicle type; 10. Not carrying the driver's license with you.
A friend of mine was caught by traffic police last year for driving without a license. He had just borrowed someone else's car temporarily and drove around when he was stopped. Later, his family helped him check the violation record by going directly to the counter at the local traffic management bureau. They provided the license plate number and the car owner's ID, and the staff found the record. Now it's even more convenient—using the Traffic Management 12123 app, you can enter the license plate number and engine number to check violation details, including the time, location, and fine amount. But I really don’t recommend driving without a license—the risks are too high. At best, you might face a fine of around a thousand yuan; at worst, your car could be impounded, and you could be detained, which also affects future attempts to get a driver’s license. My friend deeply regrets it now. He says driving must be done legally with a license—safety comes first, or the consequences can be severe. Everyone should follow the rules when driving, not cut corners for convenience or time. Safe driving is the right way.
A few days ago, my cousin was curious about how it feels to drive without a license, so he secretly took his dad's car out and got caught. He said checking traffic violation records is quite troublesome—first, you have to wait for the traffic police to issue a ticket, then enter the vehicle information and ticket number on the traffic management bureau's website or mobile app to see the details. I often suggest using official channels like the traffic management app to check violations—it’s very convenient. However, driving without a license is a serious offense itself, and the record will be tied to the vehicle, potentially affecting the owner’s annual inspection. I always tell my friends not to take the risk—driving without a license has a high accident rate and harms both yourself and others. It’s better to honestly get a license before hitting the road. Driving is not something to take lightly; safety awareness and respect for rules are the most important. Once you’re caught, the record stays for life and can have major consequences.
