What are the new regulations for driver's license demerit points in 2020?
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The new regulations for driver's license demerit points in 2020 are: 1. In one demerit point cycle, one vehicle can use a maximum of 3 driver's licenses to clear points, and the vehicle owner must complete on-site real-name identity verification; 2. If the same driver clears points for 3 different license plate vehicles within one year, or if 3 drivers clear points for the same license plate vehicle, they will be listed as key review targets and their point-clearing services will be suspended; 3. If someone is found to be clearing points for others, first-time offenders will have their driver's license suspended for 6 months and be fined. Second-time offenders will be fined and may also face 15 days of detention and revocation of their driver's license, with no eligibility to retake the test for 5 years. For those who steal or use someone else's driver's license or sell points, they will face up to 10 days of detention and a fine upon discovery. Serious cases may involve criminal charges; 4. For one-time violations resulting in a full 12-point deduction, the points must be cleared in one go and only one driver's license can be used for point clearance.
After driving for so many years, I'm quite familiar with the 2020 driver's license demerit point regulations. Back then, the policy updated many details: for example, drunk driving would result in an immediate 12-point deduction with severe consequences; using a phone while driving would cost you 3 points, and many people got caught during traffic jams. Speeding penalties also became more detailed – exceeding the speed limit by up to 20% on urban roads would deduct 3 points, while going over 20% would deduct 6 points. The total points remain at 12, and reaching the limit means attending mandatory classes and retaking the test, which is both time-consuming and troublesome. I recommend regularly checking the Traffic Management 12123 App to review your point deductions. Don’t overlook minor violations either, like not wearing a seatbelt, which costs 1 point – safe driving is no small matter.
As someone who frequently follows traffic regulations, I must say the 2020 new rules have strengthened the penalty point system. Drunk driving still results in a full 12-point deduction; newly added is a 3-point deduction for distracted behaviors like eating while driving; running a red light deducts 6 points; minor violations such as not carrying a driver's license deduct 1 point. The key point is that after accumulating 12 points, one must attend a retraining exam within a specified time. Speeding penalties are stricter, with exceeding 50% over the speed limit on highways potentially leading to license suspension. Checking vehicle conditions before traveling, such as the braking system, can help avoid unexpected point deductions. Overall, the policy aims to enhance safety and reduce accident rates.
For us young people who just got our driver's licenses, we're afraid of getting points deducted. Under the 2020 new regulations, ordinary violations have lighter penalties but stricter enforcement: talking on the phone while driving deducts 3 points; drunk driving deducts 12 points; failing to yield at pedestrian crosswalks deducts 3 points. Also, driving the wrong way or changing lanes recklessly deducts 6 points. If you accumulate the full 12 points, you'll have to attend training, which might interfere with work. It's best to use a mobile app to check your points in real-time and avoid driving at night to prevent speeding. Safety first—friends should remind and supervise each other.
