Will Traffic Violations Be Notified via SMS?
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For non-on-site enforcement violations, after being recorded, the traffic management department will send an SMS notification to the vehicle owner within three to four days. Below is some related information about traffic violations: 1. Definition: Traffic violations refer to behaviors that contravene traffic management regulations. Such violations may cause inconvenience to society, organizations, enterprises, schools, and other entities, introducing many uncertainties to social management. 2. Classification of Violations: Administrative violations, civil violations, and criminal violations. 3. Violation Removal: The elimination of violation records must be processed through the internal network system of the traffic police. There may sometimes be delays in data transmission, and violation records are typically cleared within three to five working days after payment.
I just got a ticket the other day, and from personal experience I can tell you they really do notify you by text! Nowadays everything is connected through big data, and if a camera catches you, the text message will be sent to the registered owner's phone within three days. The message is very detailed, stating the time, location, and type of violation. However, some provinces aren't yet fully connected nationwide, so if you violate traffic rules in another province, it might take up to half a month to receive the notice. Key reminder: Don’t ignore the official notifications in the 12123 APP. A friend of mine once missed a notice because they didn’t update their phone number and ended up paying double the late fee. Timely handling is crucial—late fees start accruing after 15 days. If caught by an electronic eye, your car won’t be impounded, but remember to clear the violation before your annual inspection.
As a new driver, I have to admit, my heart raced when I received my first traffic violation text last month! I was caught crossing a solid line at an expressway exit, and the text arrived at 8 AM the next day. Nowadays, traffic authorities mostly use the 12123 platform for notifications, so it's crucial to ensure your registered phone number is correct. My cousin once changed his number without updating it at the DMV, resulting in six months of accumulated e-tickets before he noticed. I recommend downloading the official app to check regularly, as texts can sometimes be blocked by your phone, and paper tickets are rarely mailed anymore—don’t waste time waiting for a registered letter.
