What are the consequences of not renewing an expired driver's license?
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Consequences of not renewing an expired driver's license: If the renewal date is exceeded by one year, the driver's license will be revoked, requiring a retake of Subject 1. If it exceeds two years, both Subject 1 and Subject 3 must be retaken. If it exceeds two years or more, Subjects 1 through 3 must be retaken. If the license is not renewed within three years of expiration, it will be revoked, and the driver will need to reapply for a new license. Detailed explanations are as follows: 1. If the driver's license expires within 1 year: You can go to the DMV to complete the renewal process as normal. The annual review of the driver's license is conducted when renewing the license upon its expiration. The owner can go to the DMV for renewal up to three months before the expiration date. There is also a grace period after the license expires. If it is less than one year overdue, the owner can still renew the license as normal and undergo the annual review. 2. If the driver's license expires between 1 and 3 years: The license will be locked and revoked. To renew the license at this stage, you must first pass the Subject 1 exam at the DMV before proceeding with the renewal. 3. If the driver's license expires for more than three years: The license will be invalidated, and you will need to re-enroll in a driving school to obtain a new license.
I just learned a hard lesson about driving with an expired license. You can't drive even on the day your license expires! If caught by traffic police, not only will you face immediate point deductions and fines, but the most troublesome part is your vehicle will be impounded. For those like me who exceeded the deadline by less than a year, there's still hope—just be prepared for long queues at the DMV to submit additional documents, undergo a medical check, and pay late fees. Exceeding one year is worse; you'll have to retake the written test to renew your license. If you accidentally let it lapse for over three years, your license will be completely invalidated, requiring you to start from scratch. Being forgetful, I now set annual inspection reminders on my phone and subscribed to expiration notifications via the 12123 traffic management app. For those nearing expiration, act now—losing half a day's work is far better than facing penalties.
