Can a Driver's License Be Lent to Others for Deducting Points?
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A driver's license cannot be lent to others for deducting points. A driver's license can only be used to deduct points for three vehicles. If it exceeds three vehicles, the system will lock the driver's license. Moreover, if it is discovered that someone is substituting points for others and seeking benefits, the driver's license will be suspended for six months and a fine will be imposed. A driver's license, also known as a driving permit, is a document issued by the government transportation department to individuals who meet the driving qualifications. It is usually a card. To obtain a driver's license, one must meet the age requirements and pass the driving test. The driving test is an examination to obtain a motor vehicle driver's license. The content of the test subjects and the passing standards are unified nationwide. The test is divided into four parts: theoretical knowledge, field driving skills, road driving skills, and safe and civilized driving knowledge.
A few days ago, a relative didn't have enough points left on their license for a traffic violation and insisted on borrowing my driver's license to deduct points. At first, I thought it was no big deal to help out. But later, a traffic police friend told me this practice is completely illegal—if caught, you could be fined thousands of yuan and have your license suspended for up to six months. Even worse, frequent point-deduction favors could land you in criminal trouble. I looked up the legal provisions myself and found this is called 'buying and selling driver's license points,' a practice being cracked down on nationwide. Taking such risks just to save face or maintain relationships isn't worth it. After all, drivers should take responsibility for their own violations—shirking accountability only fosters bad habits. Now, I handle every traffic violation myself. Though it's more hassle, it gives me peace of mind.
