
In general, you need to bring your driver's license to the traffic management office where it was issued and visit the violation handling window to ask the police to help you check the reason why your driver's license was "locked." After taking the corresponding measures, it can be "unlocked." If the reason is related to health conditions, then the driver's license can only be unlocked once the physical conditions meet the requirements. The following situations may result in a locked driver's license: 1. Suffering from organic heart disease, epilepsy, Meniere's disease, vertigo, hysteria, paralysis agitans, mental illness, dementia, or other neurological diseases that affect limb movement and hinder safe driving; 2. Having used or injected narcotics within the past three years or having been released from compulsory isolation for drug rehabilitation for less than three years, or being addicted to dependency-inducing psychotropic drugs and not yet having quit; 3. Committing a hit-and-run that constitutes a crime; 4. Causing a major traffic accident while driving under the influence of alcohol or drunk driving, which constitutes a crime; 5. Having the driver's license revoked for drunk driving or driving a commercial vehicle under the influence of alcohol, and less than five years have passed; 6. Having the driver's license revoked for drunk driving a commercial vehicle, and less than ten years have passed; 7. Having the driver's license revoked for other reasons, and less than two years have passed; 8. Having the driving permit revoked, and less than three years have passed; 9. Other circumstances stipulated by laws and administrative regulations.

Driver's license locked? I recently encountered a similar situation. If it's because you forgot the password for the digital driver's license app, first open the app and look for the 'Forgot Password' option, then try entering your ID number to receive a verification code for reset. If you've entered the wrong password too many times and got locked out, bring your ID card to the local DMV in person—staff will verify your identity and help restore access. Avoid using simple passwords; it's best to set a memorable combination. Here's a little tip: regularly back up your password to cloud storage using your phone to avoid the hassle of forgetting it later. For prevention, update the app regularly and check your account to prevent automatic locking from affecting your travel. Also, remember that serious traffic violations can lead to temporary license suspension, requiring you to pay fines and attend classes to unlock it.

The reason for unlocking your driver's license depends on the cause. The most common situation is being frozen due to violations—like when I was fined for speeding last time, my license was temporarily suspended. You'll need to first pay the fine at the traffic police station, wait for the processing record to update in the system, and then possibly take a traffic rules test before completing the procedure with your ID. The whole process can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, so be patient. A friendly reminder: Prevention is key—drive responsibly, avoid speeding or drunk driving. If it's an app password issue, using real-name authentication for a quick reset is recommended; the vehicle management office website or customer service hotline can assist. Always stay alert to notifications to avoid unexpected license locks.

When my driver's license was locked due to entering the wrong APP login password three times, I immediately went to the vehicle management office with my ID card. The staff at the counter resolved it in just five minutes. After unlocking, I promptly set a new password and wrote it down in a notebook for backup. If it's frozen due to violations, you'll need to settle the ticket and retake the traffic regulations test first. Sharing some tips: To prevent forgetting, using fingerprint or facial recognition to log into the APP is more convenient; regularly check for updates to reduce bugs; if locked, don't delay—handle it early to avoid disrupting your driving.


