Is it acceptable to have one point left on a C1 driver's license?

[SawyerLynn]

Yes, it is acceptable. However, all fines for the previous 11 points must be paid in full. Here is the relevant information: According to Order No. 139 of the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China: 1. The 'Decision of the Ministry of Public Security on Amending the Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses' has been approved at the executive meeting of the Minister of Public Security and is hereby promulgated, effective from April 1, 2016. 2. Article 69: If a motor vehicle driver's accumulated demerit points in a scoring cycle do not reach 12 points, and all fines have been paid, the demerit points will be cleared; if the demerit points do not reach 12 points but there are unpaid fines, the demerit points will be carried over to the next scoring cycle.

[VonPaisley]

When I first got my C1 driver's license, I also had 1 point deducted for crossing the line, so I totally understand that nervous feeling. Actually, keeping 1 point is completely fine because deductions are calculated based on the scoring cycle—as long as you don’t exceed 11 points within a year, you’re safe. Just remember to handle the violation and pay the fine on time at the DMV. However, this 1 point will remain on your license for a full year, so I recommend installing a navigation system that alerts you to camera locations and always paying attention to road signs and speed limits. After all, it would be a real bummer to get another point deducted for something like illegal parking. At the end of the year, the points will reset, and your license will be back to 12 points. Until then, you’ll need to drive even more carefully.

[Kara]

As a seasoned driver with ten years of experience, I've also had one point deducted from my license, but such a minor deduction doesn't affect driving at all. According to traffic regulations, as long as a C1 license doesn't accumulate 12 points within a scoring cycle, there's no issue—you can still drive as usual. However, I must remind you of two things: first, after receiving a penalty, you must handle the ticket at the traffic police station within 15 days to avoid affecting your annual inspection; second, don't take that one point lightly and let your guard down—speeding over 20% will directly deduct 6 points, and if you accidentally run a red light, those 6 points could add up to 12, requiring you to retake the written test. Developing a habit of checking speed limit signs daily is the safest approach.

[DeWeston]

Last month, I just handled a traffic violation and got 1 point deducted, but my driver's license is still valid. According to regulations, a C1 license won't be suspended for 1 point deduction, and I can still drive normally. There are three main points to note: pay the fine promptly to avoid late fees, clarify which type of violation caused the point deduction, and avoid making the same mistake next time. Currently, the Traffic Control 12123 APP can directly handle violations with less than 3 points deducted, and it can be done with just a few taps on the phone. Additionally, pay extra attention to school zones and traffic lights while driving, as these are the most common areas for oversights. If you're really worried, turn on the navigation's electronic dog reminder function.