What is traffic violation code 1073?
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Violation code 1073 means: Driving a motor vehicle with components that do not meet technical standards. According to the relevant provisions of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," the penalty is as follows: Demerit points (deduction): 0 points; Fine amount: 200 yuan; Other penalties: None. Traffic violation codes consist of four to five digits, classified according to the principles of the traffic law. The order from left to right is as follows: The first digit is the behavior classification code, the second digit is the demerit point classification code, the third and fourth digits are the sequential code, and the fifth digit indicates the specific item number. First digit: Behavior classification code, indicating the category of the violation under the Road Traffic Law. Second digit: Demerit point classification code, indicating the category of demerit points for the traffic violation. Third, fourth, and fifth digits: Sequential code, indicating the order of the violation within the same behavior classification. For example: 13035—"1" indicates a motor vehicle violation, the second digit "3" indicates 3 demerit points, and "035" indicates the fifth item under the third category of 3-point violations. Explanation of behavior classification codes: Codes starting with 1 indicate motor vehicle violations, e.g., 1003. Codes starting with 2 indicate non-motor vehicle violations, e.g., 2002. Codes starting with 3 indicate pedestrian or passenger violations, e.g., 3030. Codes starting with 4 indicate highway violations, e.g., 4002. Codes starting with 5 indicate other regulations, e.g., 5005. Codes starting with 7 indicate implementation rules of provinces, autonomous regions, or municipalities, e.g., 7008. Codes starting with 8 indicate local regulations of cities (prefectures, autonomous prefectures, or leagues), e.g., 8606. There are four common methods to check motor vehicle violations: Visit the office halls of traffic departments in various districts and counties to query through touch-screen terminals. Log in to the official website of the local Public Security Bureau's Traffic Management Bureau, find the vehicle violation query section, enter the license plate number and engine number, and click to query. Call the hotline (area code + 114) to inquire. Use the Traffic Management 12123 app (V2.8.1B437 for iOS 15+ or V2.8.1B274 for Android 12+) to query. For the violation of driving a motor vehicle with components that do not meet technical standards, you can handle it through the Traffic Management app. After logging in, enter the violation processing business flow, complete the process, and make the payment.
I've been driving for over 20 years and often encounter newcomers asking what 1073 means. This code refers to the driver's disobedience to traffic signal instructions, simply put, it means running a red light or not driving according to the signals. The risks are huge—not only is it a 6-point deduction but also a fine starting from 200 yuan. Traffic cameras at urban intersections are particularly strict, and it's easy to get caught if you're not careful. I still remember last time when my neighbor Lao Li ran a red light in a hurry, hit a pedestrian, had to pay a lot in medical expenses, and almost had his license revoked. So when driving, you really can't be impatient. It's safest to go when the light turns green, and following the rules ensures safety.
