Uniform Traffic Citation Number

A Uniform Traffic Citation Reference Number (UTC Number) is a unique identifier assigned to a specific traffic violation ticket. It serves as an essential tracking tool for law enforcement agencies, courts, and individuals to manage and follow up on issued citations. This number is generally printed on the citation and can be used to retrieve details of the offense, payment status, or legal proceedings related to the ticket.
Key Information:
The UTC Number is a unique code that ensures accurate tracking and management of traffic violations within jurisdictional systems.
Typically, the UTC Number is divided into specific sections for organizational purposes. Below is a general breakdown of how the number is formatted:
Section | Description |
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Prefix | Indicates the agency or jurisdiction issuing the citation |
Sequence Number | Unique numerical identifier for the specific citation |
Suffix | Additional details, such as date or location of the violation |
Law enforcement officers use the UTC Number to ensure that the correct violation is referenced when interacting with the system.