How many vehicles can a driver's license deduct points for?
3 Answers
A driver's license can only deduct points for three vehicles. According to traffic regulations, one driver's license can only deduct points for three vehicles within one settlement period (one year), and one vehicle can only use three different driver's licenses for point deduction. When deducting points, the license holder must personally present the driver's license to complete the process. If a fourth driver's license is used to deduct points for one's own vehicle or if one's own driver's license is used to deduct points for a fourth vehicle with a different license plate, the driver's license or vehicle will be locked. To unlock it, a suspicion review must be conducted. The driver or vehicle owner can go to the local traffic police station or electronic penalty station, where the traffic police will review and confirm that the driver or owner is not maliciously trading points before unlocking the license or vehicle.
As a new driver who just got my license not long ago, I recently learned while helping a friend deal with traffic violations that in China, one driver's license can only deduct points for a maximum of three vehicles within a year. Exceeding this limit will be flagged by the system as suspicious activity, potentially leading to license suspension or requiring a personal visit to the DMV for explanation. At first, I was puzzled by this restriction, but later realized it's meant to curb point-trading transactions and prevent black market practices. If you use your license to handle too many vehicles (more than three), you might get denied when trying to clear points next time, and may need to submit additional documentation. I suggest keeping track of your own penalty points and being cautious about lending your license to others. Remember, safety comes first - avoiding frequent violations is the real skill, otherwise you'll have to retake the theoretical exam if you max out your points. From a new driver's perspective, I think this rule is quite reasonable - just help others in moderation.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I can tell you that there are clear restrictions on using your driver's license to deduct points for others. You can only handle traffic violations for up to three vehicles within a year. I often encounter friends asking about this, such as handling violations for family or colleagues' cars, but never exceed three vehicles. Otherwise, the traffic police system will trigger a warning and flag you as a key monitoring target. Under the 2024 new regulations, these rules have become even stricter to prevent illegal transactions. If you exceed the limit in helping others deduct points, not only will you be unable to clear the points, but you may also face fines or even have your license revoked. For daily driving, I recommend using mobile apps to regularly check your point deduction records for easier management. In terms of safety, it's crucial to emphasize compliance with traffic rules and reduce violations—this is the long-term solution. Be cautious when helping others; don't let goodwill turn into a burden.
