What are the new regulations for demerit points during the probationary period of a driver's license?
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New regulations for demerit points during the probationary period of a driver's license include: cancellation for a full score during probation, extension of the probation period by one year for accumulating 6 to 12 points, and other provisions. The first 12 months after a motor vehicle driver initially obtains a driver's license is considered the probationary period. Regulations may vary by region, and drivers during this period must display a probationary sign on the rear of their vehicle. The probationary period also applies to the first 12 months after adding a new vehicle class to a driver's license. A full-score cancellation and downgrade system is implemented; if a driver accumulates 12 points during probation, the driving qualification for the probationary vehicle class will be canceled. If the canceled qualification is not for the highest vehicle class, the highest class qualification will also be revoked.
I just got my driver's license last year and am in the probationary period, so I’m quite familiar with the new regulations. The probationary period is the first 12 months after obtaining the license. If you accumulate 12 penalty points during this time, your license will be directly revoked, and you’ll have to retake all the tests. This is crucial, so you need to be extra careful when driving. For example, speeding or running a red light can easily result in penalty points, ranging from a few points to over a dozen per violation. New drivers are not allowed to drive alone on highways; they must be accompanied by an experienced driver with at least 3 years of driving experience, otherwise, they’ll face point deductions if caught. When your total points are close to 12, you should proactively attend traffic safety courses to avoid revocation. I recommend driving less unfamiliar vehicles during the probationary period, using navigation apps to remind you of speed limits, and maintaining a safe distance. Don’t be like my friend who was deducted 9 points for rushing and ended up just 3 points away from losing his license—now he deeply regrets it. Safety first—don’t take risks just to save time.
