How long is the probationary period for a C1 driver's license?
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C1 driver's license probation period is 12 months. The probation period for a driver's license refers to the 12 months after the motor vehicle driver initially obtains the motor vehicle driver's license. The Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law stipulate that the validity period of a motor vehicle driver's license is 6 years, and the first 12 months after a motor vehicle driver initially obtains the license is the probation period. During the probation period, when driving a motor vehicle, a uniform-style probation sign must be affixed or hung at the rear of the vehicle. Failure to affix or hang the probation sign as required will result in a fine. The Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law stipulate that during the probation period, motor vehicle drivers are not allowed to drive buses, passenger transport vehicles, taxis, or police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, engineering rescue vehicles on duty, as well as motor vehicles carrying explosives, flammable and explosive chemicals, highly toxic or radioactive materials, and other dangerous goods.
I remember the probation period for a C1 driver's license is exactly 12 months. I was extremely cautious when I first started driving because getting 12 penalty points during probation would result in immediate license revocation. Looking back now, the most troublesome part was having to display the novice driver sign on the rear of the car - I kept forgetting to put it up at first and got reminded by traffic police. Although regulations prohibit driving alone on highways, it's allowed if accompanied by a co-pilot with over 3 years of driving experience. This period actually served as great practice for improving my driving skills - I deliberately took different commuting routes daily and eventually mastered parallel parking. When probation ends, there's no need to exchange the license as the system automatically upgrades it, but you still need to be careful not to violate traffic rules.
