Can You Still Drive with 12 Points Deducted from Your License?
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You cannot drive if 12 points have been deducted from your driver's license. You must pass the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test before you can continue driving. Below is an introduction regarding whether you can still drive with 12 points deducted from your license: 1. According to Article 68 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses': If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points in a single scoring period, the traffic management department of the public security authority shall confiscate their motor vehicle driver's license. 2. If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points or more twice in a single scoring period, or accumulates 24 points or more, the vehicle management office shall also conduct a road driving skills test within ten days after the driver passes the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. The road driving skills test shall be conducted according to the highest permissible driving model specified on the driver's license.
Sigh, once your driver's license points reach 12, you definitely can't drive anymore—it's a hard legal requirement. I had a friend who didn't believe it and insisted on driving, only to be stopped by traffic police. As a result, it was considered driving without a license—he was fined, detained for a few days, and his car was impounded. During that time, he spent seven days attending traffic safety classes and failed the written test twice before finally passing. His life and work were completely disrupted. I recommend checking your points regularly on the Traffic Management 12123 app to avoid minor mistakes like speeding or illegal parking. Otherwise, once your points max out, it’s a huge hassle. Remember, safety first—never drive with a侥幸心理, as the risks are too high. If your points do max out, just stop driving and wait until everything is resolved.
