Can a Class B License Participate in the Study-to-Reduce-Points Program?
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Any driver's license can participate in the study-to-reduce-points program, with no restrictions on the type of license or the permitted vehicle categories. According to Article 5 of the Notice on the "Work Standards for Reducing Points for Road Traffic Violations through Traffic Safety Education (Trial)" issued by the Ministry of Public Security on January 14, 2020 (Public Traffic Management [2020] No. 14): Motor vehicle drivers applying to participate in traffic safety education to reduce points for traffic violations should participate in corresponding road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge learning, examinations, or traffic safety public welfare activities based on their highest permitted vehicle category and meet the relevant requirements to apply for point reduction. The study-to-reduce-points program is a measure for drivers holding a driver's license who have been penalized with points due to traffic violations. After completing online traffic safety education and passing the exam, they can have their points reduced. This is a convenient public service measure uniformly deployed by the Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security. Specific considerations are as follows: Applicable Individuals: Motor vehicle drivers holding a driver's license from the People's Republic of China, regardless of the permitted vehicle category or whether they are commercial vehicle drivers, can participate in the study-to-reduce-points program. They should participate in corresponding road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge learning and examinations based on their highest permitted vehicle category. Specific Rules: Motor vehicle drivers participating in online road traffic laws, regulations, and related content learning must study continuously for 5 minutes each session. Within 3 days, the cumulative study time must reach 30 minutes, and they must register for an exam within 7 days. Passing the exam will reduce 1 point. Drivers can also attend on-site learning sessions, with each session lasting no less than 1 hour. After completing the required study hours, they can apply for an exam. Passing the exam will reduce 2 points. Drivers can also participate in offline traffic safety public welfare activities. Within 3 days, they must accumulate at least 30 minutes of study time, with each session lasting no less than 5 minutes. Passing the exam will reduce 1 point. The maximum point reduction within one scoring cycle is 6 points. Cases Not Accepted: The following situations will not be accepted: In the previous scoring cycle, the driver had two or more full-point records. Within the last 3 scoring cycles, the driver was involved in hit-and-run accidents, drunk driving, or the use of forged or altered documents or license plates. The driver's license is in the probation period or has not been reviewed as required. The driver has unresolved traffic violation records. The driver has a motor vehicle under their name with an expired safety inspection or not deregistered as required. The driver has already reduced the maximum of 6 points in the current cycle.
I've been driving a Class B truck for over ten years. Once, I accidentally exceeded the speed limit and got three points deducted. Later, I heard about the 'study to reduce points' method and decided to give it a try. I downloaded a traffic safety app on my phone and watched some video content, mainly about safety rules and case studies, which were quite practical. The exam afterward wasn't too difficult, and after passing, I got one point reduced, which felt pretty good. The key is that not all violations are eligible for point reduction—serious offenses like overloading or drunk driving don't qualify, only minor mistakes. Overall, it's quite convenient, saving the time of attending training classes, and it reminded me to pay more attention to my driving habits. I'd recommend Class B drivers to take advantage of such opportunities to avoid accumulating too many points.
I usually enjoy studying traffic regulations. Regarding the 'Learn to Reduce Points' policy, it's a newly introduced initiative. It's fully applicable to B-license holders – you can reduce penalty points by studying and taking exams through the app, but there are restrictions. For example, the maximum reduction is six points per year, and points cannot be reduced for speeding over 50% above the limit. The specific process involves downloading the official app, watching video courses covering daily driving safety, and passing the exam. I think this serves as an incentive for drivers, encouraging everyone to prioritize learning and avoid accumulating minor violations that could lead to license suspension. Of course, it's essential to ensure the app is official to avoid scams. Overall, this mechanism is quite user-friendly.
As a new driver who just got my Class B license, I recently tried the 'Study to Reduce Points' program. It was quite simple—after a friend recommended it, I quickly downloaded the app, studied the basic knowledge, and passed the test, which only had a few multiple-choice questions. I was happy to have one point deducted and felt it was a good way to remedy minor violations. Although the process was short, the content I studied really reminded me to drive carefully, especially since I drive larger vehicles and need to pay extra attention to safety. However, this point reduction isn’t available for every violation—only certain infractions qualify, so it’s important to remember the rules. Overall, it’s worth trying for beginners.
