Does Learning Traffic Laws Directly Add Points?

[CamilleLee]

Learning traffic laws does not directly add points, but rather deducts the recorded points after passing the study and examination. After receiving traffic safety education as required, eligible motor vehicle drivers can have their accumulated demerit points reduced, with a maximum deduction of 6 points. However, this cannot be used to deduct points for traffic violations that have not yet occurred. The point deduction through learning is a measure for licensed drivers who have been penalized with demerit points due to traffic violations. After completing online traffic safety education and passing the exam, their demerit points can be reduced. This initiative is a public service measure uniformly deployed by the Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security. According to Article 5 of the Notice on Issuing the "Work Norms for Reducing Demerit Points of Road Traffic Violations by Accepting Traffic Safety Education (Trial)" (Public Traffic Management [2020] No. 14) issued by the Ministry of Public Security on January 14, 2020: Motor vehicle drivers who apply to participate in traffic safety education to reduce demerit points for traffic violations must participate in corresponding road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge learning and examinations, or traffic safety public welfare activities according to their highest permitted driving license type, and meet the relevant requirements to apply for demerit point reduction. Function: The point deduction through learning is aimed at reducing existing demerit points on the driving license, not adding points to the license, nor is it a substitute for penalty points. The points obtained through free learning are used to clear the demerit records. For example, if a violation results in 6 demerit points, passing the exam can clear these 6 points, allowing a fresh start. The number of points that can be deducted depends on how many points the driver had before participating in the learning program, but the total accumulated points cannot exceed 11. Whether participating in the point deduction program or not, the driving license only has 12 points. The program only reduces existing demerit points on the license, not increasing the total points to 18. Applicable Individuals: Motor vehicle drivers holding a driving license of the People's Republic of China, regardless of the license type or whether they are commercial vehicle drivers, can participate in the point deduction program. They must participate in corresponding road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge learning and examinations according to their highest permitted driving license type. Specific Rules: Motor vehicle drivers participating in online road traffic laws and regulations learning must complete continuous 5-minute study sessions each time, accumulating 30 minutes of study within 3 days. They can then register for an exam within 7 days. Passing the exam allows a deduction of 1 point. For on-site learning, each session must last at least 1 hour. After completing the required study hours, drivers can apply for an exam. Passing the exam allows a deduction of 2 points. Participating in offline traffic safety public welfare activities, each lasting one hour, can deduct 1 point. Accumulating 30 minutes of study within 3 days, with each session lasting at least 5 minutes, and passing the exam, can deduct 1 point. The maximum deduction in one scoring cycle is 6 points. Cases Not Accepted: If the driver had more than two full-score records in the previous scoring cycle. Within 3 scoring cycles, if the driver was involved in hit-and-run accidents, drunk driving, or used forged or altered documents or license plates. If the motor vehicle driving license is in the probation period or has not been reviewed on time. If the motor vehicle driver has unprocessed traffic violation records. If the motor vehicle driver has vehicles with overdue safety technical inspections or unregistered vehicles. If the driver has already deducted the maximum of 6 points in the current cycle.

[LeKylie]

I just finished dealing with my driver's license points deduction, and I understand that 'learning to reduce points' is not about adding points. It's a method to reduce your penalty points after a traffic violation by studying and taking a test. The process is quite convenient: apply on the 'Traffic Management 12123' app, watch a 30-minute video or read documents, and answer 18 questions correctly to get 1 point back. Note that you can only reduce up to 6 points a year, and only the points deducted from your own license can be offset. This is more like 'returning points' rather than 'adding points,' and it won't allow your score to exceed the original limit. It's especially useful for someone like me who occasionally gets caught speeding—it's like an extra chance to make up for it.

[JoyLee]

I used to think that 'studying to reduce points' meant earning extra points, but after trying it myself, I realized I was mistaken. For example, if your driver's license has been deducted 3 points, you can reset the deducted points to zero by taking online study and exams, but the total points on your license will not exceed 12. The key conditions are: you must settle the traffic violation fines before applying after points are deducted, and the study materials mainly consist of traffic regulations and case videos. A special reminder: this feature can also be used for violations incurred in other regions, with the system automatically reviewing the application. Last time I reduced points, it took effect in just two days. For long-distance drivers, this is practically a lifesaver for preserving points.

[MalachiDella]

Last year when my driver's license points were almost exhausted, I researched this policy. The 'Study to Reduce Points' is essentially a point relief measure: deducting existing demerit points after traffic violation study. The learning and testing are completed on the official platform, available in two forms: video learning and question answering. The key point is that it cannot be used for violations that haven't occurred yet, nor can points be pre-stored. In practical use, I found it can offset points from on-site penalties, but it's ineffective for serious offenses like drunk driving. It's recommended to download the official Traffic Management 12123 app for direct operation to avoid risks from third-party platforms.

[McJune]

I've handled the 'Study to Reduce Points' process three times, and I can clearly say it doesn't add points but rather 'returns points'. It's essentially exchanging study time for the recovery of deducted points, with a maximum of 1 point returned each time. However, it's important to note that there's a limit to the points that can be returned. Drivers with A/B licenses must study after being penalized but don't benefit from point returns. To apply, you must first settle all traffic violation fines and have no full-point record in the last two years. The most practical scenario is when you're close to your vehicle inspection and have points deducted, using this method to keep your license. Remember to complete facial recognition during the study session, as leaving midway will require restarting the time calculation.

[McSimon]

As someone who frequently goes on self-driving trips, I've found that the 'Learn to Reduce Points' system works like a 'credit card for points'. This month, I was caught speeding and deducted 3 points. I immediately applied for the learning program on the APP: watched 30 minutes of warning cases, and after passing the exam, the system automatically returned 2 points (the maximum refund per session is 1 point, so I did it in two sessions). However, it's important to note that these points can only offset already incurred deductions and cannot increase the total points beyond 12. During actual operation, I noticed three details: first, there's random facial recognition during the learning process; second, the returned points are credited immediately; third, it also applies when handling violations from other regions, which is extremely helpful for long-distance drivers.