How many points deducted for C1 license require attending classes?
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C1 driver's license holders who accumulate 12 points within a scoring cycle must attend classes on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge (Subject 1) at the traffic management department of the public security organ within 15 days, followed by an examination. Passing the exam will clear the points. Below is relevant information about the C1 driver's license: 1. Introduction: The C1 driver's license is a type of driving license code, permitting the driving of small and mini passenger vehicles, as well as light and mini cargo vehicles, and light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles. Applicants can directly apply for the license with their resident ID card anywhere in the country without submitting proof of residence registration. The examination includes four subjects: traffic laws and related knowledge, site driving, road driving, and safe and civilized driving knowledge. 2. Driving requirements: According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," the scope of the C1 license includes small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles, and light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles; small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Based on these standards, a C1 license holder cannot drive vehicles with more than 9 seats. Additionally, the total length of the driven truck cannot exceed 6 meters.
As an ordinary driver, I'm most concerned about license demerit points in daily life. If a C1 driver's license accumulates 12 penalty points within one scoring cycle, the holder must attend road traffic safety education classes and retake the theoretical driving test (Subject 1). The regulations during probationary periods are now stricter - accumulating 12 points during probation will result in immediate license cancellation and requiring retaking all tests. I got nervous when I once had 9 points deducted, as just one more red-light violation would reach the 12-point threshold. Special reminder: The point reset date isn't your birthday but the initial license issuance date - my friend last year misunderstood the date and got an extra speeding ticket. The mandatory classes last 7 consecutive days with 4-8 hours daily attendance, making it very troublesome to request leave from work. Checking points via the Traffic Management 12123 app is quite convenient, and having fewer than 9 points gives me peace of mind.
As a driving instructor, I often get asked about penalty points. For a C1 license, accumulating 12 points within a cycle requires mandatory re-education and testing – this isn't just a formality, I've seen many people reluctantly attend the 7-day course. Special note for probationary drivers: Your first year after obtaining the license is called the probationary period. Getting 6 points during this time is acceptable, but reaching 12 points means your license gets revoked entirely. The scoring cycle starts from your license issuance date – for example, if you got licensed on May 20th, points reset on next year's May 20th. Serious offenses like speeding over 20% or drunk driving can deduct 12 points in one go. I recommend new drivers install dashcams – they provide accident evidence and allow reviewing your driving habits.
