AFI31-218_IP_GRANDFORKSAFBSUP — Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision

AFI31-218_IP_GRANDFORKSAFBSUP governs driving records, the traffic point system, and privately owned vehicle impoundment at Grand Forks Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: AFI31-218_IP_GRANDFORKSAFBSUP
  • Title: MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2026-01-01

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The publication requires electronic maintenance of driving records in the AFJIS database and establishes actions tied to accumulated traffic points. It sets conditions, notices, owner-contact efforts, forms, and contracted towing procedures for impounded vehicles.

Topics covered

  • Driving records
  • Traffic point system
  • Non-moving violations
  • Traffic point counseling
  • Privately owned vehicle impoundment
  • Vehicle towing procedures
  • Abandoned vehicle notices

Questions and answers

How are driving records maintained?

Driving records will be electronically maintained in AFJIS database. (paragraph 3)

What is a non-moving violation?

A non-moving violation is defined as a violation that does not apply to the physical operation of a motor vehicle (i.e., parking violations, failure to maintain current registration, and defective vehicle equipment). (paragraph 2)

When is an advisory letter sent for traffic points?

An “Advisory” letter will be sent by 319 SFS/S3R, through the unit commander, to offenders who have accumulated 6 traffic points in a 6 month period. (paragraph 2)

When can a privately owned vehicle be removed and impounded?

Persons driving motor vehicles on GFAFB consent to have their POV removed and temporarily impounded when they are parked illegally in excess of 72 hours, interfering with operations, creating a safety hazard, disabled by an accident, left unattended in a restricted/controlled area, or abandoned. (paragraph 6)

What must happen before a vehicle is towed?

Prior to impounding or towing any vehicle, all reasonable attempts will be made to contact the registered owner or operator via NCIC check, calling the registered owner, or contact with building manager unless the vehicle poses a safety or security risk. (paragraph 6)

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