Can Points Still Be Deducted After a Driver's License Expires?
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There are the following situations regarding point deductions after a driver's license expires: 1. If the traffic violation occurred during the validity period of the driver's license, even if the license has expired, you can still handle the violation and have points deducted. 2. If the traffic violation occurred after the driver's license expired, you cannot handle the violation. Driving with a license that has been expired for less than one year will result in a fine ranging from 200 to 1,000 RMB; if the license has been expired for more than one year, it will be treated as driving without a license. Below is relevant information about driver's licenses from "The Decision of the Ministry of Public Security on Amending the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses'": 1. Article 57: Motor vehicle drivers should apply for a license renewal at the vehicle management office of the license issuing location or another location within 90 days before the expiration of their driver's license. 2. Article 77: The vehicle management office shall revoke the motor vehicle driver's license if the driver falls under any of the following circumstances.
As someone who has studied traffic regulations for many years, I can confidently tell you that once a driver's license expires, it becomes completely invalid and cannot be used for point deductions. The point deduction mechanism only applies to valid licenses. After expiration, it's nothing more than a useless piece of paper. If the police pull you over and discover this situation, they won't deduct points but will instead treat it as driving without a license. Penalties can range from fines of several hundred to several thousand yuan, and in severe cases, your vehicle may be impounded or you could even face detention. A friend of mine was caught driving with an expired license and not only faced hefty fines but was also required to retake the written exam (Subject One), which was incredibly troublesome. More importantly, driving with an expired license can affect insurance claims, as insurance companies may refuse compensation in case of an accident. Therefore, I strongly advise everyone to renew their licenses within 90 days before expiration to ensure they remain valid and you can drive safely.
