Will I Receive a Text Message for Traffic Violations with Temporary License Plates?
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Temporary license plate violations do result in text messages, but you cannot check violations for temporary plates. Since temporary plates are paper-based, they lack the electronic eye sensor functionality of standard reflective plates, making them undetectable and unphotographable by electronic monitoring systems. Such violations are typically enforced on-site by law enforcement, eliminating the need for manual checks. Generally, temporary plates are not captured by electronic monitoring due to the absence of embedded electronic chips or because the captured images are too blurry. Violations are only enforced if caught by traffic police during on-site enforcement. However, high-definition cameras can clearly capture temporary plates. Violation photos taken by electronic monitoring usually undergo manual review, during which the violating vehicle is tracked. Once verified, a violation notification text message is sent.
I remember when I first used the temporary license plate, I might have run a red light once, but never received any SMS notification afterward. I asked a friend who handles traffic violations, and he said the key is whether you filled in your phone number in the vehicle management system when registering the plate. Some cities automatically send SMS alerts after matching the captured information with the registered number, but this isn’t a 100% guarantee—system delays or signal issues could cause misses. I prefer checking records anytime using the 12123 app. Temporary plates are also monitored, so don’t assume you can escape. I suggest driving carefully and avoiding risks to save yourself the hassle and wasted time dealing with tickets.
From the perspective of the vehicle capture system, once the temporary license plate number is entered into the database, traffic cameras will recognize and record any violations. If you provided your mobile number during registration, the traffic management department usually sends an SMS notification after processing, similar to regular license plates. However, this varies by regional policies—some areas rely solely on app notifications. I always remind new drivers to ensure they fill in their contact details when applying for temporary plates and to frequently check official platforms to avoid missing fines that could affect their records. The most worry-free strategy is simply to follow traffic rules when driving.
When applying for a temporary license plate, it's essential to register a reliable mobile number at the DMV. If you violate traffic rules, the traffic management system usually sends an SMS notification to confirm details. If you didn't provide a number or entered the wrong one, you likely won't receive it and will have to check via the 12123 app yourself. The rules during the temporary phase remain unchanged—violations still result in points deduction and fines. It's best to drive carefully to avoid any issues.
