Is the Driver's License Score Reset at 0:00 or 24:00?
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Driver's license score reset can be considered both at 0:00 and 24:00. The demerit point cycle for a driver's license is 12 months. For example, if you obtained your license on March 3rd, the cycle will last until March 2nd of the following year, and the next cycle will start counting from March 3rd. This means the driver's license score reset occurs at 24:00 on March 2nd, which is also 0:00 on March 3rd. Additional information: Score reset date update: The demerit point cycle for a driver's license is 12 months. The reset date starts updating from 0:00 on the date when the license was obtained. At the moment of update, the driver's license enters a new demerit point cycle.
I just got my driver's license not long ago, and my instructor reminded me about this issue during driving lessons. The time when the demerit points on your license are reset is actually midnight, which is the exact same moment one year after your license issuance date. Saying 0:00 or 24:00 is the same because 24:00 is just 0:00 of the next day. The computer system automatically updates and clears the points at that moment. Last time, I accidentally ran a red light and got 6 points deducted. Luckily, I paid the fine one day before the cycle ended, thus avoiding the risk of accumulating 12 points and having to retake the theoretical test. Remember, don't wait until the last few days to deal with traffic violations. The system might have delays, and if you miss the deadline, it could cause big trouble. Always follow the rules when driving, safety comes first. Demerit points are just a tool to remind us to obey the law.
As a novice driver with only half a year of experience, I was initially confused about whether the points reset at 0:00 or 24:00. In fact, they are just different expressions of the same concept on the timeline - 24:00 is essentially 0:00 of the next day. For example, I got my driver's license on March 1st last year, so the points automatically reset after midnight on February 28th this year. I once mistakenly thought the reset happened after 24:00, which caused me to delay handling a traffic violation by one day and almost exceeded the point limit. My friends all say that it's better to pay fines early when driving, rather than trying to game the system by relying on the reset time. Once you accumulate 12 points, you'll have to attend classes and take tests - what a hassle! It's super convenient to regularly check the Traffic Management 12123 APP, which accurately displays your remaining points and the cycle period.
