Can Points Be Deducted After Registering Someone Else's Vehicle?

[Etta]

When handling traffic violations for a non-personally owned vehicle, you need to bring your own ID card, the vehicle's registration certificate, as well as the driver's license and ID card of the violator to the traffic management department's violation handling window. Below is extended information regarding severe violation point deductions: 1. Severe Violations: A single violation resulting in a full 12-point deduction is considered severe and cannot be split between two driver's licenses. If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points within a scoring cycle, the traffic management authorities will confiscate their driver's license. 2. Repeated Severe Violations: If 12 points have already been deducted within a scoring cycle and another violation occurs, points will still be deducted. If it's a severe violation, another 12 points will be deducted. Within a scoring cycle, if 12 points are deducted, the driver must retake the subject one exam. If 24 points are reached, not only must subject one be retaken, but subject three must also be retaken.

[OTyler]

When I first learned to drive, I was also confused about this issue, thinking that helping a friend register a car meant taking the blame for their penalty points. That’s completely wrong—license penalty points are tied to the driver’s behavior, not the owner of the license plate. Registering someone else’s car under your name only means you handle insurance and annual inspections, but if you don’t drive it, the penalty points for violations still go to whoever was behind the wheel. If the camera catches Zhang San speeding, the points go to his license; only when the driver is unclear might you be asked to handle the ticket, but you can usually dispute it and avoid responsibility. The real risks of registration lie more in administrative hassles—like being liable for damages if the car is in an accident, which could affect your credit or insurance rates. As a new car owner, I’d advise against casually registering cars for others—protect your own peace and safety. The point system is designed to penalize the driver at fault. Always remember to follow the rules when driving to avoid innocent bystanders getting blamed.

[McArthur]

Having driven for decades, I've seen many old friends get into trouble by registering cars for their relatives, but penalty points aren't directly related. The demerit point system targets the behavior of the person behind the wheel—registering a car is just paperwork, and as long as you're not driving, you won't risk points. Only when the car breaks traffic laws will police check who was actually driving; the owner doesn't automatically take the blame. However, don’t take registration lightly—if the car is involved in a major accident, like injuring someone, the owner might face joint liability for compensation. Also, forgetting to handle annual inspection fines could lead to penalties, indirectly affecting daily life. I only register cars I use regularly to avoid unnecessary hassle. Remember: points punish drivers, registration handles administration—know the boundaries and prioritize safety.

[Michael]

Auto repair shops often remind customers that registering a vehicle for someone else doesn't mean your driver's license points can be deducted at any time. Points are penalized for driving behavior, not vehicle ownership. If you don't drive that car after registration, even if it's caught speeding, only the driver's points will be deducted, and you're fine; but it's advised to avoid such practices, as the vehicle owner might be held liable for compensation in case of an accident. Simply put, points only target the driver, while registration risks mainly involve tickets and potential hazards.