What are the penalties for failing to renew an expired driver's license?
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There is no penalty for failing to renew an expired driver's license itself, but penalties apply if driving on the road during the overdue period. Regulations for overdue renewal: If a driver's license is not renewed after expiration, it can still be renewed normally if the overdue period does not exceed one year. If the license is overdue for more than one year but less than three years, the driver's license will be in a "canceled but recoverable" status, and it can be restored by retaking the subject one exam. If the license is overdue for more than three years, the driver's license will be forcibly canceled and cannot be recovered. In this case, the only way to obtain a driver's license again is to retake all the exams. Driving on the road with an expired or canceled driver's license will be penalized as driving without a license, which may result in detention for up to 15 days and a fine ranging from 200 to 2000 yuan. Purpose of annual inspection: The purpose of an annual inspection is to assess the technical condition and operational capability of a vehicle, identify fault locations and causes. Only after passing the annual inspection can the vehicle continue to operate or undergo repairs as needed.
I totally relate to the issue of not renewing an expired driver's license on time! Last time, my neighbor Uncle Wang forgot to renew his and only remembered six months later. Actually, if it's expired for less than a year, you can still renew it normally, but if you exceed that period, you'll have to retake the written test (Subject One). If it's been over three years without renewal, the entire license becomes invalid, and you'll need to retake all exams from Subject One to Subject Four. The worst part is that if you're caught driving during this period, the fine is the least of your worries—you might even be treated as driving without a license and face immediate detention! I recommend setting a reminder on your phone. After all, medical reports are now online, and it's quite convenient to schedule a renewal via the Traffic Management 12123 app.
