How Often Should a Driver's License Be Inspected?
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According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the inspection intervals for different types of driver's licenses vary. Class C driver's licenses do not require annual inspections; they only need to be inspected when the license expires and needs renewal. Class A and B driver's licenses require annual inspections, but if there are no demerit points recorded within a scoring cycle, the inspection for that cycle can be waived. Class A and B driver's licenses must undergo an annual inspection within thirty days after the end of the scoring cycle at the traffic management department of the public security authorities. However, if there are no demerit points for violating traffic safety laws and regulations within a scoring cycle, the inspection for that cycle can be waived. If the inspection is not completed on time, it can be made up within three years. If an A or B class license is not inspected for over three years, it will be downgraded, with the maximum downgrade being to a C1 class license. Class E, D, E, and F driver's licenses do not require annual inspections. They only need to be renewed within three months before the expiration date. If the renewal is not processed after expiration, it can still be done normally within one year. If it exceeds one year, the holder must pass the theoretical test (Subject 1) to renew. However, if the license remains unrenewed for over three years, it will become invalid and can no longer be used.
I remember asking specifically when I went to the DMV last time to renew my license. The frequency of driver's license review depends on the type and age. For ordinary C1 and C2 car licenses, there's basically no need for annual review, but you must renew it every six years. If you've been involved in a fatal accident during that period, you'll have to undergo an annual review. It's more complicated for drivers with Class A or B licenses for large trucks—if they get any demerit points, even just 1 point, they must attend a review session at the DMV. Older drivers need to be especially careful; those over 70 must submit a health check report every year. My elderly neighbor had to make three trips last year just for this. Also, remember to settle all traffic violations before renewing your license, or you might get stuck. Overall, the review frequency varies from person to person, but be sure to pay attention to SMS reminders 90 days before expiration.
