Can points be deducted during the probationary period of a C1 driver's license?
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C1 driver's license point deduction regulations during the probationary period: According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," a C1 driver's license can accumulate a maximum of 11 points during the probationary period. Deducting 6 points will not extend the probationary period. As long as fines are paid promptly and violations are handled, the license will automatically transition to the official period after one year. Accumulating 12 points during the probationary period will result in the revocation of the probationary driving permit. If you only have a C1 license and accumulate 12 points during the probationary period, the license will be directly revoked. In this case, you must re-enroll in a driving school and pass all tests to regain driving eligibility. During the probationary period, when driving a motor vehicle, a standardized probationary sign must be affixed or hung at the rear of the vehicle. The regulations do not specify an exact location for placement, so the owner can choose freely. However, the sign must be conspicuous, such as on the rear window or the back of the vehicle, ensuring other drivers can see it and take preemptive avoidance measures. This helps gain understanding and consideration from other drivers, pedestrians, and traffic police, preventing traffic accidents.
Speaking of this issue, I experienced it myself during my C1 probationary period. Back then, I had just gotten my driver's license and was extremely nervous while driving. I knew that getting points deducted was allowed, but the rules were quite strict. If you got 1 to 5 points deducted, it wasn’t a big deal, but once you accumulated between 6 and 11 points, the probationary period would be extended by a year—effectively prolonging the painful learning phase. If you reached the full 12 points, your license would be revoked outright, forcing you to reapply and retake the exams from scratch. So during my probationary period, I strictly followed traffic rules, avoided speeding or illegal parking, and always checked the weather forecast before heading out to prevent accidents on rainy or snowy days. A friend of mine didn’t take it seriously and ran a red light once, resulting in a 6-point deduction and an extended probationary period, costing him extra money and leaving him full of regret. This experience taught me that safety comes first during the probationary period—it’s better to take a longer route than to break the rules.
I'm particularly concerned about the worries of new drivers. The probation period does allow for point deductions, but don't misunderstand that you can violate rules casually. The point deduction rules are staged: 0 to 5 points is the least problematic; but 6 to 11 points will extend the probation period by 12 months, equivalent to suffering for an extra year; 12 points means game over, with the license revoked and requiring retaking of subjects one to three. I always remind new drivers like my younger brother to plan routes in advance to avoid congested areas, use navigation apps to monitor speed, and develop the habit of checking when parked. Regularly attending driving training sessions and learning emergency handling techniques can reduce accidents and point deductions. The probation period isn't about restricting your driving pleasure but about protecting everyone by encouraging more practice and cautious habits.
