What to do if someone else commits a traffic violation while driving my car?
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The method to handle a traffic violation committed by someone else while driving your car is: the owner should bring their driver's license and the vehicle's registration certificate to the traffic police station where the violation occurred to process the violation. The following documents are required: 1. The owner's original ID card; 2. The owner's original driver's license; 3. The original vehicle registration certificate of the driven vehicle; 4. Enough cash or a bank card to pay the fine. The traffic violation record is registered under the vehicle, but the penalty points and fines are registered under the driver. If you lend your car to someone else and a traffic violation occurs, the driver is generally responsible. For violations such as speeding, the driver who committed the violation must bring their own driver's license and the vehicle's registration certificate to the place of violation or the vehicle's original registration location to pay the fine and receive penalty points.
Last time I lent my car to a college classmate for an out-of-town errand. He was in a hurry and got caught speeding, with the traffic violation notice sent directly to me. I immediately contacted him via WeChat to confirm the situation, and he felt quite guilty and was willing to handle it. Over the weekend, we went together to the traffic management office, brought my vehicle registration and a copy of his driver's license, paid the fine, and settled the demerit points. The whole process went smoothly—the key was good communication and not delaying, otherwise it could affect the vehicle's annual inspection, and the fine might increase. I also learned a lesson: when lending a car to a friend, it's important to agree on rules in advance, such as who is responsible for any traffic violations, to avoid conflicts and maintain a harmonious friendship.
As a housewife, the car is mine, but my husband drove it to the supermarket and parked illegally on the roadside. My first step was to check the traffic violation record on the 12123 app to confirm it was him driving, then directly contact him to get the documents and go together to the traffic police station to handle it. We need to bring both IDs, the vehicle license, driver's license, and the violation ticket, and pay the fine on the spot. If not handled promptly, it could affect the car insurance cost and may accumulate late fees. I suggest teaching family members safe driving habits in daily life and using the app to link the vehicle for automatic violation alerts. This is worry-free and efficient, avoiding similar troubles and ensuring worry-free travel for the whole family.
Veteran Driver's Advice: If someone borrows your car and commits a traffic violation, the responsibility lies with the driver. Simply notify them to handle it—don't take unnecessary responsibility. Bring the violation ticket and vehicle license to the processing center, have them pay the fine and deduct the points, and that's it. Remember, the car owner is generally not liable unless the driver refuses to cooperate. Otherwise, your annual inspection won't be affected. When lending your car to someone reliable, setting clear verbal rules in advance is the most practical approach.
