How to Handle Traffic Violations When Driving Someone Else's Car?
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Handling traffic violations and point deductions when driving someone else's car follows the same procedure. Simply bring the driver's license and vehicle registration to the traffic police station where the violation occurred to address the issue. Point Accumulation Basis. According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": In addition to administrative penalties, the traffic management department of the public security authority implements a cumulative point system (hereinafter referred to as the point system) for road traffic safety violations by motor vehicle drivers, with a point cycle of 12 months. If a driver accumulates 12 points within one cycle, the traffic management department will confiscate their driver's license, and the driver must attend road traffic safety law and regulation training and pass an exam. If the exam is passed, the points will be cleared, and the driver's license will be returned. If the exam is failed, the driver must continue training and retake the exam. If a driver accumulates fewer than 12 points within one cycle and has paid all fines, the points will be cleared. If fines remain unpaid, the points will carry over to the next cycle. If a driver accumulates 12 points or more twice within one cycle, their license will be confiscated, and they must attend training, pass the exam, and also undergo a driving skills test. Passing the exam clears the points and returns the license; failing requires continued training and retesting. There are five ways to check vehicle violations: Visit the office halls of local traffic police departments in various cities or counties and use the touch query terminals; Log in to the official service websites of the public security traffic management bureaus of various cities: Find the vehicle violation query section, enter the license plate number and engine number, and click to query. Drivers can also log in to the National Vehicle Traffic Violation Query Service Platform; Call the voice inquiry hotline; Send a text message to check violations; Mobile users can download apps like "Wheel Violation Check," enter the license plate number, engine number, and location details to check real-time violation information.
Last time a relative borrowed my car for a trip and ended up getting a speeding ticket, which was mailed directly to my home. As the vehicle owner, I first checked the ticket details to confirm it was indeed my relative who committed the violation. I promptly contacted them to explain the situation and urged them to go to the traffic police station to handle the fine payment. If not addressed in time, it could affect my vehicle's annual inspection or even lead to points being deducted from my driver's license. I believe it's best to communicate face-to-face to avoid misunderstandings. If the driver refuses to take responsibility, the owner may have to pay the fine on their behalf, but such situations should be avoided if possible. Whenever I lend my car to others, I always remind them to obey traffic rules to prevent future troubles. After all, traffic violations aren't just about fines—they can also strain relationships. Addressing issues promptly is the best approach; don't procrastinate and risk bigger problems.
