How to restore a driver's license from 6 points deducted back to 12 points?
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As long as you do not accumulate 12 points deducted within one demerit point cycle, your points will automatically reset to 12 at the start of the next cycle. The demerit point cycle is calculated from the date of initial issuance of the driver's license, spanning 12 months. Once fines are paid, the points will be automatically restored after the cycle ends. Additional information: 1. Demerit Point Cycle: The cycle starts from the date the driver's license was issued. For example, if the license was obtained on November 4th, the next cycle will begin on November 4th of the following year. If the total points deducted within a 12-month cycle do not reach 12 and all fines are paid before the cycle ends, the system will automatically reset the points to zero at the start of the next cycle. 2. Reaching 12 Points: If a driver accumulates 12 points within one cycle, the traffic management department of the public security authority will confiscate the driver's license. The driver must then participate in road traffic safety law and regulation training and pass an exam. Upon passing the exam, the points will be cleared, and the license will be returned. If the exam is failed, the driver must continue studying and retake the exam.
Speaking of having 6 points deducted from my driver's license, as a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I can relate deeply. Actually, recovering points is quite straightforward—it mainly involves waiting for the scoring cycle to end. This cycle typically lasts 12 months from the date you obtained your license, and once completed, the points automatically reset to 12. That's exactly how I went through it. Last year, I accidentally got 3 points deducted for speeding, but by driving carefully and waiting for over half a year, my points were restored. The key is to avoid any further violations during this period, as it could lead to more points deducted or even an extension of the cycle. I recommend practicing safe driving habits daily, such as not rushing through yellow lights, slowing down in speed-restricted zones, and using apps like Traffic Management 12123 to check point changes for easy tracking. Take this time to brush up on traffic rules—it not only helps prevent future point deductions but also makes driving safer and more reassuring. A win-win situation.