Can points be deducted during the probationary period of a driver's license?
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Points can be deducted during the probationary period of a driver's license. If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points during the probationary period of their driver's license, their driving qualification for the probationary vehicle type will be revoked. For a C1 driver's license, as long as the points do not reach 12 and the fines are paid, the points will be cleared at the end of the probationary period. If the fines are not paid, the points will automatically carry over to the next scoring cycle. The probationary period for a C1 license will not be extended; the extension of the probationary period only applies to Class A and B driver's licenses. The probationary period for a motor vehicle driver is the first 12 months after initially applying for a motor vehicle driver's license or adding a new vehicle type to their license. For those who newly obtain a driver's license for large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, or large trucks, within 30 days after the end of the probationary period, they must take a test on road traffic safety laws and regulations, safe and civilized driving, emergency handling, and other knowledge, and receive no less than half an hour of education on traffic accident case warnings.
Back when I was in my probationary period, I always thought the scariest thing for new drivers was getting penalty points. You can actually get points during probation, but the rules are super strict. I remember in the first year after getting your license, if you accidentally ran a red light or sped, you'd get points. If you racked up a full 12 points, your whole probationary license would get revoked, and you'd have to retake both the written and road tests—total nightmare. I had a buddy who got 10 points during probation and almost got into trouble, so he ended up watching traffic safety videos every day. My advice to newbies: don’t rush onto highways, practice parking skills more, and get a GPS that alerts you about speed limits. Safe driving habits really need to start from day one.
