What is the time limit for handling vehicle violations?
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If a vehicle violation requires a fine, it must generally be paid within 15 days. If the party fails to fulfill the administrative penalty decision within the specified time, the administrative authority that made the penalty decision may take the following measures: a 3% late fee will be added daily for overdue fines, and the case may be submitted to the People's Court for compulsory enforcement. If a motor vehicle driver's demerit points do not reach 12 within a scoring cycle and the fine has been paid, the demerit points will be cleared. If the demerit points do not reach 12 but the fine remains unpaid, the demerit points will carry over to the next scoring cycle. The party must pay the fine at the designated bank within 15 days from the date of receiving the administrative penalty decision. For fines imposed on pedestrians, passengers, or non-motor vehicle drivers, if the party raises no objection, the fine may be collected on the spot. The fine must be issued with a unified receipt from the provincial, autonomous region, or municipality finance department. If such a receipt is not provided, the party has the right to refuse payment.
I've been driving for over a decade and have learned to be cautious when dealing with traffic violations. The processing deadline for violations is typically 15 days, counting from the date of receiving the notice. For example, last week I was caught speeding by a camera, and I promptly paid the fine as soon as I received the text message. If you delay too long without handling it, late fees will be added—1% per day, which can add up quickly and really hurt your wallet. It might also affect your vehicle's annual inspection, causing major hassles when you're stuck at the repair shop. Nowadays, you can use traffic management apps or Alipay to pay the fines—just a few minutes on your phone saves you the trouble of queuing up at the counter. Always pay attention to speed limits and red lights while driving—fewer violations mean fewer headaches. I mark reminders on my calendar to avoid missing deadlines because safety comes first.
