The social assistance fund for road traffic accidents (hereinafter referred to as the "assistance fund") refers to the social special fund raised according to law to advance the funeral expenses and part or all of the rescue expenses of the victims in motor vehicle road traffic accidents. This system is a supplement to the compulsory liability insurance for motor vehicle traffic accidents (hereinafter referred to as "compulsory insurance"). The purpose is to ensure that victims can get timely assistance or appropriate compensation through the rescue fund when they can't get compensation according to the compulsory insurance system and the infringer. The establishment of this system is an important measure to implement Scientific Outlook on Development. It adheres to the people-oriented principle in system design, fully embodies the care and help of the state and society for citizens' safety and health, and is a new social security system, which has very important practical and far-reaching historical significance for resolving social contradictions and promoting the construction of a harmonious society. Basic procedures for the relief fund to advance the relief expenses: If the relief fund needs to advance part or all of the relief expenses, the traffic administrative department of the public security organ shall notify the relief fund management institution in writing within 3 working days. After receiving the advance notice from the traffic administrative department of the public security organ and the application and related materials for medical institutions to advance outstanding rescue expenses, the relief fund management institution shall conduct an audit within five working days. In line with the advance conditions, the relief fund management institution shall transfer the relevant expenses to the account of the medical institution.