
Drivers must participate in the subject one study and examination at the traffic department of the public security organ within 15 days. Those who pass the exam must take the road driving skills test within 10 days. The points will only be cleared after passing the road driving skills test. Drivers holding licenses for large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, or large trucks also need to apply for a license downgrade and replacement.

Last time my buddy had 32 points deducted from his license and almost got it revoked. It took him over half a year to sort it out. First, you have to pay off all the traffic fines—not a single penny can be missed. If you accumulate over 24 points, you must attend 7 consecutive days of traffic safety classes, 8 hours a day with no absences allowed—stricter than clocking in for work! After completing the classes, you must schedule the Theory Test (Subject 1) within 15 days. If you fail, you have to retake the classes! Passing that also requires retaking the Road Test (Subject 3). The whole process takes at least a month, during which your license is frozen. The worst part is that the demerit point cycle doesn’t reset, so any future violations will be even more troublesome. It’s best to visit the DMV office and have staff guide you through the scheduling—their system often glitches.

I'm very familiar with handling the super-score driver's license process, as I just helped a relative with it last year. The key is to follow three steps: First, when dealing with all traffic tickets, make sure to confirm the deduction cycle deadline—don't wait until the last minute. Second, never skip the mandatory classes; facial recognition monitors attendance throughout, and absences mean starting over. Third, the written test (Subject 1) now has 500 new questions in the question bank, so it's best to spend money on the official app for practice. After the test, don't rush to leave—you must sign the "Full-Score Education Completion Certificate" on-site for it to count. Also, pay special attention: For a C-class license with 30 points deducted, you might only need to take Subject 1 and Subject 3, but for B-class licenses and above, it means an automatic downgrade! The whole process costs at least over two thousand yuan, including fines and retake fees.

A 30-point license shows as 'over-points locked' in the system. Personal experience tells you: First call 12123 to check all unprocessed violations, which must be handled in person at the counter! For the training class, bring your ID card + original driver's license – theory in the morning and accident videos in the afternoon. The hard part of the written test (Subject 1) lies in the newly added tunnel hazard avoidance and new energy vehicle questions, so focus on these. After passing Subject 1, the DMV will issue a 'Training Certificate', which you need to book Subject 3. If you exceed points twice within three years, you'll have to retake all subjects. Best to contact your driving school coach in advance – test slots now require booking at least half a month ahead.

As someone who's been through it, here are three key reminders: Traffic violations must be dealt with before the current point accumulation cycle ends, otherwise the points will carry over to the next cycle, making things more complicated. Remember to bring your medical examination report to the driving course, and if you're nearsighted, wear your glasses for iris scanning. For the tests, you get one free retake for Subject 1, but Subject 3 retakes cost 200 yuan. Don't drive immediately after passing the test—wait for the system to unlock (usually takes 48 hours). Driving during this period counts as unlicensed driving! A friend couldn't resist driving to buy cigarettes right after passing and ended up with his car impounded and a 5-day detention. I recommend using the 'Driving Test Prep' app to take at least 10 mock tests and score over 95 before heading to the exam center.

Dealing with 30 penalty points is like playing a level-based game: The first level is gathering all the tickets, and it's best to print out the violation list from 12123 in advance. The second level often involves attending classes at safety education bases located in the suburbs, and driving there during rush hour might result in another violation. The third level's exam system is connected to the traffic police database, and failing records directly affect the priority for the next exam appointment. The most frustrating part is that for the third level, you need to bring your own test car, and now shared training cars charge 180 yuan per hour. If everything goes smoothly, the whole process takes about 28 days, but if not, it might exceed three months. Remember to keep all payment receipts, as last year someone almost had to retake the exam because they were missing an invoice.


