Can a 12-point demerit record on a driver's license be cleared?
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A driver's license that has been deducted 12 points must be processed at the traffic management department of the public security authority at the place where the license was issued or where the violation occurred. This involves handling the violation, paying the fine, participating in theoretical study, and taking the subject one exam. Upon passing the exam, the points will be cleared. Below is more related information: Driver's license point system: 1. The point system on a driver's license is a penalty for traffic violations committed by the driver. Depending on the severity of the violation, points can range from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 12 per violation. The point cycle is one inspection period. If a driver accumulates 12 points in one cycle, they lose their driving qualification. Typically, they must undergo no less than 7 days of traffic safety education and pass an exam before their driving qualification can be restored. The point system serves to enforce compliance with traffic safety laws, thereby reducing the incidence of traffic accidents. However, in practice, the penalty of point deduction often lacks seriousness and standardization, making the point system merely a formality. 2. The point cycle starts from the date the driver's license was obtained. For example, if the license was obtained on November 4th, then November 4th marks the start of a point cycle, which ends on November 3rd of the following year. If the points accumulated within one cycle do not reach 12 and all fines are paid before the cycle ends, the system will automatically reset the points to zero at the start of the next cycle. If there are unpaid fines, the points will not be reset at the start of the next cycle, and new points will be added on top of the existing ones. This process continues, and if the points exceed 12, the driver must undergo study to clear them.
I know that if your driver's license is deducted 12 points, the record cannot be erased. The traffic management department's system will permanently keep these violation records, mainly for education and preventing repeat offenses. After driving for so many years, I've seen many cases where new or experienced drivers carelessly exceeded speed limits or drove under the influence, resulting in a full 12-point deduction. They then have to attend a 7-day safety training and take an exam at designated locations to restore their license. However, this record stays with you, potentially increasing insurance premiums and affecting the smooth passage of annual inspections. Safe driving should always be kept in mind. Regularly check traffic rule updates via mobile apps, focusing on prevention. The fact that these records can't be erased is actually a good thing—it encourages everyone to follow the rules, reduces accident risks, and benefits both individuals and society.
