Is the driving license now 12 points or 18 points?
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Currently, the driving license is 12 points. The relevant introduction about driving license points is as follows: Precautions: If a C1 driving license is deducted 12 points at one time, the motor vehicle driver must participate in a seven-day study of road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge at the traffic management department of the public security organ where the motor vehicle driving license was issued or where the illegal act occurred within fifteen days. They cannot apply for an additional driving license within 3 years. Legal basis: The motor vehicle driver must participate in a seven-day study of road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge at the traffic management department of the public security organ where the motor vehicle driving license was issued or where the illegal act occurred within fifteen days. After the motor vehicle driver completes the study, the vehicle management office shall conduct an examination on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge within twenty days.
I've been driving for seven or eight years and have always paid attention to the point system on my driver's license. The total points on a driver's license now are 12, not 18. I once drove a bit too fast and was fined 6 points at once, which made me quite nervous. If you lose all 12 points, you have to go to the DMV to study and take a test to get them back. This system is quite effective in reminding people not to break the rules. New drivers often worry about losing points, but as long as you don't drive too fast or run red lights, you'll be fine. Parking improperly can also cost you points—I once lost 2 points for parking in a no-parking zone. Safety comes first; following the rules not only protects you but also pedestrians. It's quite convenient to check the reminders issued by traffic police or use a mobile app to check your points. In short, 12 points is the standard, and driving carefully will help you keep them.