What are the new regulations for penalty points during the probationary period of a driver's license?
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The new regulations for penalty points during the probationary period of a driver's license are: cancellation for full points during probation, extension of the probation period by one year if 6 or more but less than 12 points are accumulated during probation. Probationary Period: The first 12 months after a motor vehicle driver initially obtains a driver's license is the probationary period. Regulations may vary by region. During the probationary period, a probationary sign must be affixed or hung at the rear of the vehicle. The first 12 months after a motor vehicle driver initially applies for a driver's license or adds a permitted driving category is the probationary period. Cancellation and Downgrading: A full-point cancellation and downgrading system is implemented. If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 or more penalty points during the probationary period, the driving qualification for the probationary permitted driving category will be canceled. If the canceled driving qualification is not for the highest permitted driving category, the qualification for the highest permitted driving category will also be canceled.
The latest regulations on penalty points during the probationary period for driver's licenses are quite strict. Over the years of driving, I've seen many novices suffer the consequences. Simply put, if you accumulate 12 penalty points during the probationary period, your driver's license will be directly revoked. This means you'll have to re-register and retake both the theoretical and practical driving exams from scratch, unlike with a full license where there might be some room for remedy. This rule is designed to make novice drivers more cautious and avoid developing bad habits. I still remember my cousin who got 9 points deducted during her probation for illegal parking—she was constantly worried about reaching the limit and having her license revoked. It wasn't until she gradually developed better habits that she avoided revocation. I recommend that probationary drivers install dash cams to monitor their behavior, use traffic law apps for timely reminders, and avoid imitating experienced drivers who take risks like speeding. Safety is more important than anything else.
