How to Handle an Expired Driver's License for One Year?
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According to relevant regulations, if your driver's license has been expired for less than one year, you can simply go to the vehicle management office to renew it. If the license has been expired for more than one year but less than three years, it will be in a "canceled but recoverable" status. In this case, you need to retake the written test (Subject 1) at the vehicle management office. Once you pass the test, you can renew your license. Statistics show that over 20,000 driver's licenses expire each year. The vehicle management department reminds drivers to renew their licenses in a timely manner. Employers hiring drivers can verify the authenticity of their licenses at the vehicle management office to avoid being deceived by fake licenses. A driver's license expired for less than three years can still be renewed. Special circumstances may qualify for an extension: According to the vehicle management office, under Regulation No. 123, if a driver is unable to renew their license, undergo inspection, or submit a physical condition certificate due to military service, overseas travel, or other reasons, they may apply for an extension at the vehicle management office where the license was issued. When applying, the driver must fill out an application form and submit proof of identity, the driver's license, and documentation of the reason for the extension. The maximum extension period is three years. During the extension period, the driver is not allowed to operate a motor vehicle. According to Article 28 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law," driving with an expired license is considered unlicensed driving. Article 99 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law" stipulates that driving without a valid license, or while the license is revoked or suspended, may result in a fine ranging from 200 to 2,000 yuan and up to 15 days of detention.
