Is the driver's license points cleared at the end of the year or on the day of obtaining the license?
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Driver's license points are cleared on the day of obtaining the license. Here is an introduction to the knowledge about driver's license points clearance: 1. Scoring cycle: The scoring cycle of a driver's license is 12 months, not cleared on January 1st every year. That is, it is calculated from the day the driver's license is obtained, and 12 months later is a scoring cycle. For example, if the license was obtained on August 1, 2017, then August 1, 2018 is the end of a scoring cycle. 2. Points rules: If 12 points are accumulated within the scoring cycle, the driver's license will be detained by the traffic police department; within 15 days, you need to go to the traffic management department of the place where the driver's license was issued or detained to participate in a 7-day study and examination; if the examination is passed, the points will be cleared and the driver's license will be returned; if the examination is not passed, continue to participate in study and examination; if you refuse to participate in study and examination, the use of the driver's license will be suspended.
I always thought that driving license points were reset at the end of the year. However, after getting points deducted for speeding last time, I consulted a friend and learned that this wasn’t the case. The scoring cycle is a 12-month period starting from the day you obtained your license. For example, if I got my license on August 15th five years ago, my points would reset on that date every year. If points were cleared at the end of the year, it would be unfair for those who got their licenses in December, as their points would reset in just a few months. I even checked the 12123 traffic management app, which clearly shows my scoring cycle down to the exact day. I recommend everyone not to get this wrong—if your points max out, you’ll be required to attend mandatory study sessions and tests, which can be quite a hassle. Always pay attention to traffic rules while driving, avoid running red lights or speeding, or else losing all your points could disrupt your life. Regularly check your points progress on the app to stay informed and at ease.
