What are the penalties for continuing to drive after accumulating 12 demerit points on the driver's license?
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The specific penalties for continuing to drive after accumulating 12 demerit points on the driver's license are as follows: 1. Legal provisions: According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," if the demerit points on a driver's license reach 12 or more, the license will be temporarily suspended. The driver must attend a week-long study of road traffic laws and regulations at the vehicle management office and pass the subject one exam to restore the 12 points and retrieve the license. 2. During suspension: If a person drives a motor vehicle while their license is suspended, it is considered driving without a license. If caught, the license will be revoked, a fine will be imposed, and the driver may face detention for up to 15 days. 3. Traffic accidents: If a traffic accident occurs while driving without a license, the driver will unconditionally bear full responsibility, and the insurance company will not cover any compensation. If a major traffic accident occurs, resulting in serious injury, death, or significant damage to public or private property, the driver may face imprisonment for up to 3 years or criminal detention. If the driver flees the scene, they may face imprisonment from 3 to 7 years. If the fleeing results in someone's death, the driver may face imprisonment for more than 7 years.
