How many points can be deducted from a driver's license that is less than one year old?
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C-class driver's license during the probation period can deduct up to 11 points (including 11 points), which will not affect the license, just pay the fine and deduct the points normally. For A and B-class driver's licenses, up to 5 points (including 5 points) can be deducted, which will not affect the license, just pay the fine normally; if 6 points or more (including 6 points) but less than 12 points (excluding 12 points) are recorded within the one-year probation period, the probation period will be extended by one year. Extended information about driver's licenses is as follows: 1. Classification: After May 2004, to facilitate management, the Ministry of Public Security of China issued the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Business Work Standards" and supporting regulations, further subdividing the previous three types of permitted driving models—A license (A driver's license, large passenger vehicles), B license (B driver's license, large trucks), and C license (C driver's license, small cars)—into seven types, while canceling the Q license. 2. Definition: The full name of the driver's license is the motor vehicle driver's license, also known as the "driving license," which is the license required by law for motor vehicle drivers. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills, and people lacking these skills may cause traffic accidents if they drive randomly. Generally, people without a license cannot drive on the road. However, for those who already possess safe driving skills, the document that allows them to drive vehicles on the road is the "driver's license." This shows that the driver's license is a kind of "permission certificate."
I just got my driver's license half a year ago, and I have deep feelings about this. A probationary driver's license can normally accumulate penalty points, but the maximum is capped at 12 points. If you're caught by traffic police and accumulate all 12 points, the entire license will be revoked, and you'll have to retake both the theoretical and practical exams from scratch—no easier than a beginner. Right now, I drive very cautiously, trying to avoid peak hours, and I review traffic rules before heading out at night. I know details like running a red light costs 6 points and speeding costs 3 points. The beginner stage is already unstable enough, so I recommend installing an app to monitor points and developing good habits to avoid wasting points. Also, regularly exchange tips with friends—like not rushing in city speed-limited zones—as saving points bit by bit can prevent big troubles. Plus, accumulating too many points can raise insurance premiums, so driving steadily saves money and hassle in the long run.
As a veteran in the automotive circle, I must say the demerit point rules for probationary driver's licenses are quite straightforward: any violation during the first year results in points, with a cap of 12; hit that limit, and your license gets revoked immediately, forcing you to retake the entire driving test. New drivers should take it easy on the road—don’t lose big over small mistakes. Running a red light costs 6 points, illegal parking 1 point—these basics have saved me plenty. I recommend checking your record regularly on the DMV website or using a monitoring app to stay updated and avoid last-minute panic. The probation period is a golden learning phase—safety always comes first. Building good habits now leads to smoother driving later and reduces accident risks.
