How many points are deducted for driving a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol?
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Driving a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol results in a deduction of 12 points. Article 91 of the Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates: 1. If a major traffic accident occurs due to driving under the influence of alcohol or while intoxicated, and it constitutes a crime, criminal responsibility shall be pursued according to law, the motor vehicle driving license shall be revoked, and the offender shall not be allowed to reapply for a motor vehicle driving license for life; 2. Those with a record of driving while intoxicated shall not be allowed to apply for a driving license for large passenger vehicles, tractors, urban buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, or large trucks for life; 3. Those whose motor vehicle driving license was revoked due to driving under the influence of alcohol shall not be allowed to apply for a driving license for large passenger vehicles, tractors, urban buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, or large trucks within ten years; 4. Those with a record of driving under the influence of alcohol or while intoxicated shall not be allowed to apply for a school bus driving license qualification.
As a veteran driver with over 20 years of experience, I have deep feelings about this matter. Driving under the influence is absolutely unacceptable. If caught, you'll immediately lose all 12 points on your license. This means your driving record is wiped clean, and you must promptly register with traffic authorities for mandatory education and testing to regain your driving privileges. I remember an old classmate who, in his younger days, acted recklessly by driving after drinking. He not only lost all 12 points but was also fined over 5,000 yuan, with his insurance premiums skyrocketing for two years. It's not just about money and points - it could endanger lives. Alcohol slows reaction times, making accident rates terrifyingly high. That's why I always arrange for a designated driver before gatherings now. My strong advice: learn from these lessons - staying completely sober before driving is the only safe approach.
