Can You Still Drive After Losing All 12 Points?

[VanAlivia]

No. If all 12 points on your driver's license are deducted, the license will be temporarily suspended and revoked. You will need to retake the theoretical exam (Subject 1) and attend safety courses again. Only after passing the exam can you retrieve your license, so driving during this period is prohibited. If you fail the exam, you must continue studying and retaking the test until you pass. Once all 12 points are deducted, you can no longer operate a motor vehicle. The driver must report to the traffic management department of the public security authority at the license issuance location or where the violation occurred within 15 days to participate in study sessions. You will then take an exam on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Those who pass will have their points cleared and their license returned; those who fail must continue studying and retaking the exam. After passing the exam, the driver can regain their license. If the license has been suspended due to losing all 12 points, continuing to drive constitutes unlicensed driving. If caught by traffic police, the penalty ranges from a fine of 200-2000 yuan, with severe cases facing up to 15 days of administrative detention.

[OJack]

Last time, I accumulated a full 12 points for consecutive speeding and running red lights. I received a notice saying I had to stop driving immediately, otherwise it would be illegal. This felt really frustrating—my life was suddenly thrown into chaos since I rely on driving for daily commutes, and now I had to depend on buses or taxis. The key point is that these rules are for everyone’s good. Losing all my points indicates I have problematic driving habits, and continuing to drive would pose high risks and increase the chances of accidents. Later, I obediently attended traffic safety courses and retook the test, spending over a month to get my license back. So don’t push your luck—once you lose all your points, you really can’t drive anymore; it’s a hard rule. Everyone should pay more attention to road conditions when driving and not act recklessly like I did, to avoid ending up with a heap of trouble like this.

[LondynFitz]

I understand this issue is quite critical—once your points are fully deducted, you really can't drive. The reason is simple: repeated violations indicate weakened risk awareness, and the probability of causing an accident increases if you continue driving. The traffic authorities will directly revoke your driver's license until you complete the required education and pass the theoretical exam. This isn't just about fines; it could also affect your insurance record, leading to higher premiums. My advice is to stop driving immediately from this point onward, contact the local vehicle management office to understand the process, and avoid the temptation to drive secretly for convenience—getting caught could result in severe penalties or even a longer revocation. Put yourself in others' shoes—for your own safety and others', it's time to step back.

[NadiaLynn]

Never drive with a full demerit point record—it's an ironclad rule. I've seen a friend who kept driving and got caught by traffic police, resulting in a two-year driving ban plus fines. The only way out is to sign up for safety education and retake the test immediately. Don’t delay—the faster you handle it, the sooner you’ll recover your license. Just use public transport in the meantime. Safety first, after all.

[ElliotFitz]

Let me tell you, driving with a fully deducted license is like playing with fire. Accumulating violations to the limit means you've got serious issues. Traffic laws mandate license revocation, requiring you to stop driving and attend remedial classes plus retesting. I believe this process actually serves as a reflection opportunity to reinforce safety knowledge. Don't risk continuing to drive - any mishap could harm not just yourself but others too. When handling this, bring all required documents to the DMV; it usually takes a few weeks to resolve. Drive properly to minimize point deductions.

[DelLogan]

Driving with a full demerit point record? Absolutely not! It's like overdrawing your bank account—once you hit the limit, operations are blocked. I must say, this regulation is based on years of data showing that violation-prone driving easily triggers chain-reaction accidents. For handling procedures, you must proactively report to the DMV to attend training and retake the theoretical test. During the suspension period, I recommend cycling or carpooling to save money. I understand the convenience of driving, but rules are rules—no exceptions. From a societal perspective, universal compliance ensures safety and benefits everyone.