Will traffic police impound a vehicle in locked status?
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If a vehicle is impounded by the court due to economic debt issues, traffic police have no authority to seize it. If a seized vehicle is impounded by traffic police, it indicates the vehicle has violations or is involved in a hit-and-run accident. Once a vehicle is locked due to seizure, it cannot be transferred or sold. If a locked vehicle is driven on the road and discovered by law enforcement, it will be impounded. Additional information: Methods to lift the seizure: To have a vehicle unsealed, the respondent must fulfill the judgment or provide other guarantees. If the judgment has been fully executed, one can apply to the court to lift the seizure. After the court issues an order to lift the seizure, take the order to the vehicle management office to complete the unsealing process.
The vehicle lock status does not directly lead to traffic police impounding the car. The so-called lock usually refers to a state where the vehicle is sealed by the court or restricted from transfer by the vehicle management office. I have handled similar cases, and traffic police only check for traffic violations during inspections. As long as the documents are complete, there is no drunk driving, speeding, or other issues, you can still drive the car even if it is locked. However, it is important to note that if the vehicle has unresolved violations or is explicitly required to be seized by the court, it will indeed be impounded if discovered. It is advisable to check your violation records before daily driving to avoid being delayed by minor issues.
