How can I get my driving license back if my driving license is withheld?
Recently, the issue of how to retrieve a detained driving license has become a hot topic. Many car owners face the situation of having their driving license detained due to traffic violations or other reasons. This article will structure the relevant processes and precautions to help car owners solve problems efficiently.
1. Common reasons for driving license being detained

| Reason type | Specific instructions |
|---|---|
| traffic violation | Serious violations such as speeding, drunk driving, and failure to display license plates |
| vehicle problems | Failure to perform annual inspections, illegal modifications or potential safety hazards |
| Document problem | Driving license information does not match or the document is forged |
2. The specific process for getting back your driving license
Here is the step-by-step retrieval process:
| step | Operation content | Materials required |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Confirm the reason for withholding the certificate | Contact the traffic police department or check the penalty decision letter | ID card, penalty notice |
| 2. Handle violations | Pay fines or complete rectifications (such as annual vehicle inspection) | Fine receipt, rectification certificate |
| 3. Submit application | Submit a retrieval application to the Traffic Police Team with the Detention Certificate | ID card, proof of processing completion |
| 4. Get your driving license | After passing the review, you can collect the certificate on the spot or send it by mail. | Get a receipt |
3. Precautions
1.Timeliness: Some certificate deductions need to be processed within 15 days. If you exceed the deadline, you may face additional penalties.
2.Agency request: If you entrust someone else to handle it, you need to provide a copy of the car owner’s ID card and a power of attorney.
3.Offsite processing: If the license is withheld across regions, it needs to be processed through the traffic control 12123 APP or the traffic police team in the place where the license is detained.
4. Hotspot related issues
Questions derived from recent high-frequency searches by netizens:
| question | Brief answer |
|---|---|
| Can I drive while my license is withheld? | No, you need a temporary number plate or a new driving license |
| Will having my driving license withheld affect my insurance claim? | It may be affected and needs to be retrieved or reissued in time. |
5. Latest policy developments (updated in the past 10 days)
1. Some cities are piloting an electronic driving license detention system, which can be processed online through the APP.
2. The Yangtze River Delta region promotes interoperability of certificate deduction and off-site processing to reduce round trip costs for car owners.
Summarize: After your driving license is withheld, you must first clarify the reason, and then complete the processing process according to regulations to get it back. It is recommended that car owners regularly check the status of their vehicles to avoid having their certificates withheld due to negligence. In case of complicated situations, you can call the 122 traffic service hotline for consultation.
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