What are the new regulations on the validity period of a driver's license?
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The validity period of a driver's license is divided into 6 years, 10 years, and permanent. Within the 6-year validity period of the driver's license, if no more than 12 points are accumulated in each scoring cycle, it can be replaced with a 10-year validity period driver's license; if points have been fully accumulated, the license will remain valid for 6 years. The calculation method for the driver's license scoring cycle is as follows: 1. The cycle starts from the day the driver's license is initially obtained, with each cycle lasting 12 months. According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses,' Article 65, the cumulative scoring cycle (i.e., the scoring cycle) for road traffic safety violations is 12 months, with a maximum of 12 points, calculated from the date the motor vehicle driver's license is initially obtained; 2. Based on the severity of road traffic safety violations, the points for a single violation are categorized into five types: 12 points, 6 points, 3 points, 2 points, and 1 point; 3. Article 66 states that penalties and points for road traffic safety violations by motor vehicle drivers are executed simultaneously. If a motor vehicle driver commits more than one violation at a time, the points should be calculated separately and accumulated.
I remember there was an adjustment to the new regulations on driver's license validity. Now, the first-time application for a C1 or C2 license is valid for 6 years. If no more than 12 points are deducted during this period, it can be extended to 10 years upon renewal. After ten years, if there are no major issues, it can be extended for another 10 years or a permanent license can be obtained. This change is to reward safe drivers and reduce the hassle of frequent visits to the DMV. For renewal, you need to prepare a medical examination report and the original ID card, and the process is quick and convenient. In the long run, it encourages everyone to follow the rules and reduces the risk of accidents. I also think this policy is very practical, especially for new drivers, as it saves a lot of time and hassle.
