Can I drive if my driver's license has no points left?
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You cannot continue driving if your driver's license has no points left. Here is relevant information about driver's licenses: 1. Meaning of a driver's license: A driver's license, also known as a "driving license," is officially called a motor vehicle driving license. It is a certificate required by law for individuals who operate motor vehicles. 2. Driver's license point system: The point system on a driver's license serves as a penalty for traffic violations committed by the driver. Depending on the severity of the traffic violation, points can range from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 12 per violation. The point cycle corresponds to one inspection period. If a driver accumulates 12 points within one cycle, they lose their driving privileges. Typically, they must undergo no less than 7 days of traffic safety education and pass an examination before their driving privileges can be restored.
I've been driving a private car for over 30 years and know full well that you absolutely must not drive when your license points are exhausted - that constitutes unlicensed driving. According to the law, if caught driving in this condition by police, you'll face immediate fines exceeding a thousand yuan, possible vehicle impoundment, or even detention. I remember a friend who didn't believe this and went joyriding with a point-depleted license. He got stopped, had his car towed, paid hefty fines, and got blacklisted by traffic authorities - which later affected his insurance purchases. My advice: when points run out, honestly take buses or taxis until the system automatically resets your points (usually after one cycle). Safety comes first - don't risk causing accidents that could harm others.
