
Search for the official website of the local Public Security Department in a search engine, and find the "Online Vehicle Management Office" on the official website. On the opened "Online Vehicle Management Office" page, click on "Personal Driver's License Information Query". Find the supplementary page of your driver's license and locate the "File Number" on it. Then, on the newly opened page, enter the "Driver's License Number", "Name", and "File Number", and click the "Query" button. An interface will then open, indicating that the driver's license is genuine. If the page displays an error, the driver's license is fake.

Checking the authenticity of a driver's license is something I find quite necessary after driving for over a decade. The most reliable method is to download the Traffic Management 12123 app, enter the name and number on the license, and the system automatically verifies its authenticity—quick and convenient. If you prefer not to use a phone, you can visit the local traffic police station's license processing window for an on-site check. Bring your ID card and the original driver's license, and the staff will use professional equipment to scan the anti-counterfeit watermark. The risks of a fake license are significant—for example, in case of an accident, the insurance company might refuse to pay, or you could even face vehicle impoundment and fines. I remember last year when I helped a friend sell a car, the buyer presented a fake license, but we checked in time and avoided trouble. Official channels are the safest, and developing a habit of checking saves a lot of hassle.

As a young person who loves trying new things, I find checking the authenticity of a driver's license quite simple. The first choice is the official 12123 app—just log in, enter the information, and get results in seconds. You can also check if the license status is normal. If using a phone isn't convenient, try the official website's online query by entering the necessary details. Fake licenses cause many issues, such as making it hard to determine liability in accidents. I've personally seen someone use a fake license to flee after a crash, harming both others and themselves. Before working with car rental or ride-hailing platforms, it's good to check to avoid being scammed. Digital tools really make things easier—I recommend using them often.

As I've gotten older, I've developed a habit of taking the safe approach. To verify a driver's license, just visit the nearest traffic police station—they'll help check it on the spot. Simply bring your license, and they'll handle it. You can also call the customer service of the traffic management bureau, provide your ID number, and inquire. Driving with a fake license is unacceptable; the consequences of an accident could be severe, and you might even face detention. Looking back, relying on visual judgment was unreliable, but now things are much more standardized, at least allowing checks for watermark details. Safety comes first—always drive with a genuine license.


