Does the driver's license gain an extra point after studying to reduce points?
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Studying to reduce points does not add an extra point to the driver's license. Here are the relevant details: 1. Studying to reduce points: Drivers can apply for online learning to reduce points. Continuous study for 5 minutes counts towards cumulative learning time. Completing 30 minutes of study within 3 days counts as one session. After meeting the study time requirement, drivers can apply to take an online exam within 7 working days. Passing the exam reduces 1 point. Participating in on-site learning for at least 1 hour per session and passing the exam reduces 2 points. Participating in traffic safety public welfare activities (1 hour per session) reduces 1 point. Currently, many cities only offer online learning; on-site learning and traffic safety public welfare activities are not yet available. 2. Point reduction rules: After receiving traffic safety education as required, eligible drivers can have points deducted from their current accumulated points, with a maximum reduction of 6 points. However, these points cannot be used to reduce points for future traffic violations. In other words, there is no pre-stored points system. If a driver's license has 12 points, it is not possible to increase the score to 13 points or more through studying to reduce points for future deductions. The maximum points a driver's license can have is 12.
Having driven for over a decade, I'm often asked this question: After participating in traffic law education for score reduction, your driver's license points won't increase to 13 or more. The original total score of a license remains fixed at 12 points. The score reduction program only helps deduct fewer points from your current penalty record. For example, after being penalized 4 points, I attended traffic safety classes and successfully reduced 2 points, meaning my record changed from -4 to -2 points, without increasing the total score. The benefits include avoiding license suspension when reaching the penalty limit and learning practical skills like rear-end collision prevention. The process is simple—just watch instructional videos and answer questions on your phone. Policies vary by region, with some areas offering higher reduction limits (up to 6 points maximum). But remember, this is just a buffer—safe driving remains paramount. Don't expect permanent point increases. There are annual participation limits, and repeated violations will still be punished. Ultimately, good driving habits are what matter most; score reduction merely offers a second chance.
I place great emphasis on driving safety. The essence of 'learning to reduce penalty points' is not about gaining an extra point, but rather restoring deducted points through education. The total score of a driver's license is always 12 points, functioning like a warning system—reducing points allows your current score to recover, but it doesn't increase the upper limit. This process has taught me valuable accident prevention knowledge, such as key points for driving in rain or snow, which is more valuable than just score recovery. Operationally, it's very simple: just log into the traffic management app and complete the tutorial—you can reduce a few points at a time. I recommend participating early and not waiting until you're overwhelmed with penalty points. This only applies to existing effective penalty points; if you haven't violated any rules, there's no need to get involved. In the long run, developing good habits, like controlling your speed, is far more important than reducing penalty risks. Safety is the foundation; points are just a tool.
