What does the locked status of a car mean?

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Vehicle locking is a management measure implemented by the vehicle management office, which can be due to various factors such as court seizure or unresolved accidents. Once a vehicle is locked, it cannot be driven on the road. If your car is locked, don't panic. First, identify the reason, then take timely action to resolve the issue, ensuring it doesn't affect your vehicle usage. Vehicles are considered special movable properties, and their seizure period should not exceed two years. If the seizure period expires without an extension procedure, the lock will be automatically lifted. Here are the relevant regulations: Article 8 of the Road Traffic Safety Law: The state implements a registration system for motor vehicles. Motor vehicles can only be driven on the road after being registered with the traffic management department of the public security authority. For motor vehicles that have not yet been registered but need temporary road use, a temporary pass must be obtained. The vehicle management office is only responsible for the locked status. To unlock the vehicle, a certificate from the court or the unit that requested the lock must be provided.