What is required for handling vehicle violations in a different location?
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There are two scenarios for handling vehicle violations in a different location: being issued a ticket on the spot by traffic police or being captured by electronic monitoring devices. The specific handling processes also differ. The methods for handling vehicle violations in a different location are as follows: Being issued a ticket on the spot by traffic police: For such violations, even if you return to the vehicle's registered location, you cannot handle them there. You must process them at the location where the violation occurred. Bring your ID card, driver's license, vehicle registration certificate, and the ticket to the local traffic police department or station for processing. Being captured by electronic monitoring devices: Go to the local traffic police department for processing. The local traffic management system usually has a dedicated window for handling out-of-town violations, where you can process the violation. Alternatively, you can ask a local friend to handle it on your behalf. If the vehicle owner is too busy, they can send the original or copies of their ID card, driver's license, vehicle registration certificate, and violation notice to a friend for processing. Another option is postal payment. If the violation only incurs a fine without deducting points, you can pay the fine through the post office.
Last time I was on a business trip and had to handle a traffic violation in another city, I needed to prepare several things: First, I had to bring my original ID card, and my driver's license was also essential to prove that I was driving legally. The vehicle registration certificate had to be carried as well, as the traffic police would verify the owner's information. The violation notice needed to be clear, including the violation number, time, and location—printed or shown on a phone was acceptable. For the fine payment, I prepared cash or a bank card, as some places also supported Alipay or WeChat, so it was best to confirm in advance. For out-of-town processing, I also had to pay attention to the local traffic management office's address and working hours, as they might not be open on weekends. If I couldn’t go myself, I needed to have a friend help with a signed and stamped power of attorney. I recommend calling the traffic management office before heading out to confirm details and avoid a wasted trip.
