Can points be cleared on the day of the driver's license demerit reset date?
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Overview of the driver's license demerit point cycle: The demerit point cycle refers to the cumulative demerit point cycle for road traffic safety violations (i.e., the demerit point cycle). The cycle lasts for 12 months, with a maximum of 12 points, calculated from the date the motor vehicle driver's license was initially issued. Calculation of the driver's license demerit point cycle: The demerit point cycle starts from the date the driver's license was obtained. If the points accumulated within one demerit point cycle (12 months) do not reach 12, and all fines are paid before the end of this cycle, the system will automatically reset the points at the start of the next cycle. Any outstanding fines will prevent the points from being reset at the start of the next cycle, and points will continue to accumulate in the new cycle. If the points exceed 12, the driver will need to undergo training to clear them. After adding a new vehicle class to the license and obtaining a new driver's license, the validity period of the license will not be recalculated. Additionally, the demerit point cycle always starts from the original license's initial issuance date. It is important to note that during the probation period after adding a new vehicle class, if the license accumulates 12 points, the probationary driving qualification for the newly added vehicle class will be revoked.
I've been driving for over a decade, and the issue of driver's license points is quite common. If you get points deducted on the reset day, the points usually don't get cleared immediately. That's because point clearance is based on the completion of a full cycle. For example, if you had no points deducted in the previous year, your points would automatically reset to 12 on that day. But if you commit an offense and get points deducted on the same day, those points count towards the start of the new cycle. I remember a friend who got caught speeding on the reset day, and their points didn't reset—they still got deducted. I suggest being extra careful on those days—avoid speeding or breaking traffic rules. After all, safe driving before the points reset is crucial. Also, don’t forget to check your current point status via the 12123 app to stay informed. Developing good habits like minimizing phone use while driving and staying alert to road conditions can help keep your points higher in the long run.
Hey, as a young car owner, I really need to pay attention to the day when my driving license points reset. If I get penalized on that day, the points definitely won’t reset immediately. The system rule is that old records are only cleared at the end of the cycle, and new penalties are directly counted as the first for the next year. I checked the rules on the app last time, and it’s clearly stated. So, it’s best not to take risks near the reset date, like cutting lanes or running yellow lights. Safe driving isn’t just about keeping points—it also reduces accidents. By the way, some new cars come with smart warning systems that remind you not to break traffic rules. It’s great to develop a habit of checking your points regularly and keeping a full 12 points!
