How to Handle a One-Time Deduction of 12 Points on a C1 Driver's License?
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Here are the procedures for handling a one-time deduction of 12 points on a C1 driver's license: 1. When a motor vehicle driver's license is deducted 12 points at one time, the traffic management department of the public security organ shall detain the driver's license. 2. The motor vehicle driver must, within 15 days, participate in a seven-day study session on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge at the traffic management department of the public security organ where the driver's license was issued or where the violation occurred. 3. After the driver completes the study session, the vehicle management office shall conduct an examination on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge within 20 days. 4. If the examination is passed, the points will be cleared, and the driver's license will be returned. 5. If the examination is failed, the driver must continue to participate in the study session and retake the examination. 6. If the driver refuses to participate in the study session or take the examination, the traffic management department of the public security organ will announce the suspension of the driver's license. Additional Information: If a motor vehicle driver has two or more instances of reaching 12 points or accumulates 24 or more points within one scoring cycle, the vehicle management office must also conduct a road driving skills test within 10 days after passing the examination on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. The test will be conducted according to the highest vehicle class specified on the driver's license.
My buddy ran into this situation last year—he was caught speeding on the highway by traffic police, got 12 points deducted at once, and had his C1 license revoked on the spot. He had to register at the DMV and attend a week-long traffic safety course, studying laws and regulations for seven to eight hours daily, similar to the content of the driving test's Theory 1, focusing on memorizing rules and case studies. After completing the course, he took an exam but failed the first time due to nerves, then spent three more days retaking the course before passing and getting his license back. He also warned me that the whole process disrupted his work and caused his insurance premium to spike by 30%, so it’s crucial to always watch the speed limit, avoid drinking or phone use while driving. He suggested installing a dashcam to monitor behavior and prevent similar troubles.
Losing all 12 points on a C1 license is no simple matter. The license gets suspended immediately, and you must attend traffic law classes at designated locations for five days to a week. The curriculum includes watching educational videos and discussing accident case studies. Only after passing the final exam can the demerit points be cleared—otherwise, it's back to retaking the course. My neighbor lost a good job because of this, saw their insurance premiums double, and worse, feared it might affect their children's records. I often advise people against committing offenses like drunk driving or severe speeding that cost 12 points. Checking routes via mobile apps beforehand and familiarizing oneself with local traffic rules can prevent such situations. The key is to take every drive seriously—safety first, no matter how repetitive it may sound.
