Is the driving license now 18 points?

[DiEllie]

The driving license is not now 18 points. Although after the implementation of the new regulations, penalty points for violations can be reduced, this reduction does not equate to an increase in points. The total points available on a driving license remain at 12. Many people add the 6 points that can be reduced to the original 12 points on the driving license, leading to the misconception of 18 points, but this is not actually the case. Here are some precautions for using a driving license: 1. Driving licenses have a validity period: Driving licenses are only valid for a certain period, and driving is only legal if the license is within its validity period. If the driving license expires and the holder fails to renew it, driving is considered illegal. 2. Avoid accumulating 12 penalty points within 12 months: A driving license has 12 points available for deduction within a 12-month period. It is essential to avoid accumulating all 12 points within this timeframe. Otherwise, the license holder will need to attend a course at the local vehicle management office and pass an exam. If the exam is not passed, the holder must continue to retake it until passing, after which the driving license can be reclaimed.