Do I need to go to the DMV for driver's license point clearance?
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Driver's license points are automatically cleared by the system annually, and drivers do not need to visit the DMV to handle this. Here is relevant information: Proactively handle violations: What drivers need to do is actively address any violation points and pay fines on time, so that the system will automatically clear points on the clearance date; if violations are not handled or fines are not paid on time, the points will carry over to the next scoring cycle, and the driver's license will not be restored to 12 points. Relevant regulations: Article 59 If a motor vehicle driver's accumulated points in a scoring period do not reach 12 points and the imposed fines have been paid, the points shall be cleared; if the accumulated points do not reach 12 points but there are unpaid fines, the points shall be transferred to the next scoring cycle.
I've also thought about this issue before. Having driven for several years, honestly, there's no need to specifically visit the vehicle management office for clearing points on your driver's license—it's fully automatic. Every 12 months, at the end of a points cycle, the system automatically clears your accumulated points, provided you haven't reached 12 points or have any unpaid traffic fines. For example, last year I had a traffic violation I didn't pay for, and my points weren't cleared, forcing me to queue at the vehicle management office to settle the fine. Actually, regularly checking your violation records through the 12123 app and handling any issues online saves both money and effort. Develop a habit of periodic checks to avoid any hiccups in point clearing that might affect your driving mood. Remember, having your points cleared doesn't mean everything's fine—you still need to settle any outstanding fines, or you'll face more trouble with future violations.
