How many points can a driver's license that is less than one year old be deducted at most?
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For a driver's license that is less than one year old, the deduction results vary depending on the type of license. Generally, it can be divided into the following two situations: 1. Class C driver's license: During the probation period of a Class C driver's license, up to 11 points (including 11 points) can be deducted without affecting the license. Just pay the fine and deduct the points as usual. If more than 12 points (including 12 points) are deducted during the probation period, the license will be revoked, and you will need to register at the vehicle management office to retake the learning and examination. 2. Class A and B driver's licenses: For Class A and B driver's licenses, up to 5 points (including 5 points) can be deducted without affecting the license. Just pay the fine as usual. If 6 or more points (including 6 points) but less than 12 points (excluding 12 points) are deducted during the one-year probation period, the probation period will be extended by one year. If 6 or more points but less than 12 points are deducted again during the extended probation period, the driving qualification for the probationary vehicle type will be revoked.
When my friend had just gotten his driver's license less than a year ago, we talked about point deductions. During the probationary period for new drivers, the maximum safe limit is 11 points—if you hit 12 points, your license gets revoked, and you have to retake the test from scratch. So, when you're just starting to drive, you need to be extra careful: don’t speed, don’t run red lights, and don’t park illegally. Before heading out, check a traffic app to see how many points you have left; if it drops below 6, attend a safety course once or twice to clear some points. Develop good driving habits, like controlling speed on highways and yielding to pedestrians in the city. Displaying the probationary decal can remind others to be more forgiving. Protecting that 11-point threshold is key to avoiding major trouble—don’t take risks during this high-error phase for new drivers.
