How long does it take to restore 12 points after 9 points are deducted from the driver's license?
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After 9 points are deducted from the driver's license, you need to wait until the next scoring cycle data is updated to restore 12 points. The introduction of the new rules for driver's license points deduction is as follows: Online point addition policy: By passing an online traffic regulations knowledge test, you can add one point if you pass the test. In one scoring cycle, you can add up to 6 points by answering questions correctly. This can consolidate the owner's knowledge of road safety regulations, thereby reducing the occurrence of violations. The maximum cumulative reduction is 6 points. Driver's license downgrade rules: For the five levels of driver's licenses A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2, if any of the following conditions are met in one cycle: reaching 12 points, failing to participate in the inspection within 3 cycles, or being the main responsible party in a major casualty accident, the license will be downgraded. In addition, after reaching the age of 60, any level of driver's license held will be downgraded to C1.
After deducting 9 points from your driver's license, the points will automatically reset to 12 at the end of the scoring cycle. The scoring cycle starts from the day you obtained your driver's license and lasts for 12 months. For example, if I got my license last summer, the cycle will end this summer, and the points will be reset. Since 9 points are less than 12, no additional action is needed—just wait patiently. I usually use a traffic app to check my points in real-time, monitoring changes to avoid accumulating 12 points. If you reach 12 points, you’ll have to attend a course and take a test, which is both time-consuming and costly. Pay attention to speed limits, avoid drunk driving, and maintain a safe distance—these small habits can help you avoid point deductions. Points reset automatically, but safe driving depends on developing good habits yourself.
From a safe driving perspective, the time to restore 12 points after having 9 points deducted from your driver's license is at the end of the scoring cycle. The cycle is fixed at 12 months, starting from the date of license issuance. Having 9 points deducted means you still have some buffer, but you must drive cautiously and avoid further violations. I recommend regularly checking the date on your driver's license to calculate when the cycle ends. Also, develop good habits like using a mobile app to check your points and remind yourself to follow traffic rules. Fewer points deducted means faster recovery, but reaching 12 points means you'll have to attend study sessions and tests, affecting your daily life. Safety first—pay attention to traffic signals and yield to pedestrians while driving, as these actions protect both your points and your life. Automatic point restoration is designed by regulations, but daily responsibility rests on your shoulders.
