How Long Can You Delay Handling Points Deduction on Your Driver's License?
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According to traffic regulations, after a motor vehicle violation, it usually takes 3-7 days to check online or receive a text message notification, with a maximum delay of no more than 13 working days. The following are precautions regarding driver's license points deduction: 1. Note 1: If the points deducted in a scoring cycle (12 months from the "initial license date" of the driver's license) are less than 12, you only need to pay the fine. At the start of the next scoring cycle, the vehicle management computer system will reset all points from the previous cycle. 2. Note 2: If the points deducted in a scoring cycle reach 12, you must go to the issuing vehicle management office or the vehicle management office where the violation occurred to study and pass the subject one test. Only after passing can the full-point record be cleared and the normal use of the driver's license be restored.
When it comes to handling demerit points on your driver's license, you must take care of it within 15 days at the latest, otherwise you'll end up paying more. That time, after years of driving, I accidentally committed a violation and got 2 points deducted. I was too busy to deal with it in the first few days, and when I went to pay the fine around the 20th day, wow—the original 200 yuan fine had ballooned to over 230 yuan due to late fees, which were about 3% of the original fine. The traffic laws are very clear: you must complete the handling process, including paying the fine and confirming the demerit points, within 15 natural days of receiving the demerit notice. If you're late, not only will you face additional fines, but it could also affect your license renewal or annual review. If you delay even longer, the points will accumulate, and if you hit 12 points in the next cycle, you'll have to retake the test—what a waste of time. My advice is to handle it immediately upon receiving the notice, either through an app or at the traffic police station, to avoid unnecessary trouble. Always drive carefully and follow the rules to minimize demerits—it's the most hassle-free approach. This affects both safe driving and your personal record, so don't lose big over small things.
