On which year will the penalty points be counted if deducted on the last day of the driver's license?
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If penalty points are deducted on the last day of the driver's license, they will be counted for the current year. Introduction to the penalty point cycle: The cumulative penalty point cycle for road traffic safety violations is 12 months, with a maximum of 12 points. The cycle starts from the date the driver's license is initially issued and continues to repeat accordingly. The clearance date for the driver's license is the issuance date on the license, and the system automatically clears the points on that date each year. Starting from the "initial issuance date" of the driver's license, one year constitutes a penalty point cycle, and this cycle repeats continuously. Introduction to point clearance: If the total penalty points within a penalty point cycle do not reach 12, the penalty point system will automatically clear the points from the previous cycle (after fines are paid) at the start of the next penalty point cycle.
I've been driving for over a decade and am quite familiar with the demerit point rules. If you get penalized on the last day of your license cycle, the points still count within that annual cycle. The scoring period is exactly one year starting from the date you obtained your license. For example, if your license issuance date is April 1st, the new cycle resets at midnight on April 1st every year. If you receive a fine and points on March 31st, they definitely count toward the current cycle's total before the cutoff. Many people mistakenly think the points will roll over to the next year at month-end, but that's not the case. Accumulating 12 points will result in license suspension, requiring you to retake the theoretical exam, which is time-consuming and troublesome. I recommend driving properly year-round, avoiding running red lights or speeding, and being extra cautious during the final days to avoid risks. You can check your points using the Traffic Management 12123 App – regular checks help you stay informed and drive safely.
As a novice who just got my driver's license, I'm still learning about the demerit point system. My instructor taught me that the scoring cycle starts from the license issuance date, not the calendar year. Points deducted on the last day still count for the current cycle. If your license was issued on September 15th, a violation on September 14th will be counted in this cycle. Don't assume that the count will reset at the end of the month. Accumulating too many points can easily lead to temporary license suspension, which is a big hassle. Develop good habits, such as using navigation apps to monitor violations and avoid accumulation. I've also noticed that risks are higher in bad weather or road conditions, so try to slow down and maintain distance. Safety first—don't risk violations at the last minute.
