Is an ID card required for handling traffic violations?
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Handling traffic violations requires bringing an ID card. Traffic police checking violations: There are generally two methods: one is on-site enforcement by traffic police; the other is recording violations through electronic monitoring devices like speed cameras. Speed camera recorded violations: These can also be divided into two scenarios: one where the speed camera captures the driver's appearance; the other where it does not. Among all these situations, only when the speed camera captures the driver's appearance does the driver need to handle the violation personally. In other cases, it can be delegated. Providing relevant documents: However, regardless of the situation, an ID card, driver's license, and vehicle registration certificate must be provided, and sometimes the penalty notice must also be brought. If the driver is not the vehicle owner, the owner's ID card is not required—only the driver's ID card and driver's license are needed.
I used to handle traffic violations myself frequently, and I felt like I couldn't do without my ID card. For example, last month when I was caught speeding in the city, I went to the traffic police station to deal with it, and the first thing they asked for was my ID card to verify my identity—this is to ensure that the person handling the ticket is the actual driver who committed the violation, preventing someone else from taking the blame or committing fraud. If I didn't bring it, the process couldn't proceed, and I'd have to go back to get it, wasting time. Nowadays, some places have launched online services, such as the Traffic Management 12123 App, which requires uploading a photo of your ID card during the binding process. However, it's still safest to carry the original ID card with you when dealing with things offline. By the way, besides the ID card, it's best to bring your driver's license and vehicle registration certificate for inspection, especially when handling violations in a different location. Make it a habit to always keep your ID card in your wallet to avoid being caught unprepared.
When it comes to handling traffic violations, presenting an ID card is basically a mandatory requirement, and it's necessary from a policy perspective. The regulations I'm aware of state that the traffic police system requires a valid identity document to confirm the right to handle the violation, and the ID card is the most universally accepted and straightforward option. If you don't bring it, even if you have a driver's license, it might not pass the review sometimes because driver's licenses may not include a photo or have incomplete information. However, in some areas like small counties, household registration books or temporary certificates might be accepted as substitutes, but this isn't the norm. It's advisable to check the latest information on the local vehicle management office's website or app, as some cities support online processing where you can upload a digital copy of your ID card. Important reminder: Don't count on skipping the documentation, or you'll waste your trip and have to queue up all over again. Plan your time wisely and bring everything you need to get it done in one go.
