Must running a red light violation be handled within one month?
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Running a red light violation must be handled within one month. The vehicle owner needs to go to the local traffic police station to handle the violation within 15 days after the violation occurs. If it exceeds 15 days without handling, a 3% late fee will be charged daily. The following is the relevant introduction: 1. Query requirements: If a motor vehicle is caught violating traffic laws by road surveillance cameras during driving, such as speeding, running a red light, crossing solid lines, occupying lanes for turns, and other violations, it must be handled before the annual inspection of the motor vehicle, whether found online or at the traffic police station. Otherwise, the annual inspection will not be approved. 2. Introduction to vehicle violations: Vehicle violations refer to motor vehicles violating the Road Traffic Safety Law and traffic management regulations. Penalties for vehicle violations include warnings, fines, temporary suspension of the driver's license, revocation of the driver's license, cancellation of the driver's license, administrative detention, and criminal liability for those who constitute a crime.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I'm quite familiar with red-light running violations. While there isn't a strict one-month deadline for handling them, you generally need to pay the fine or complete the procedures within 15 days of receiving the notice. I personally experienced delaying the process for two months once, and the fine nearly doubled because of a 3% late fee charged daily - I ended up paying over 300 yuan extra. Additionally, failing to address it may affect your vehicle's annual inspection or driver's license renewal, leading to more complications later. I recommend car owners regularly check the 12123 traffic management app or WeChat city services and take immediate action upon seeing violation notices, otherwise minor issues can turn into major headaches.
