What does a cumulative 5 points on a driver's license mean?

[VanSerenity]

When you have 5 penalty points, you only have 7 points left for the year. It is important to abide by traffic laws and drive carefully. Normally, the cumulative points on a driver's license are 0. However, if you use your license to handle vehicle violations, corresponding points will be added. If the vehicle has multiple violations, the points on the driver's license will accumulate. Additional information about driver's licenses is as follows: 1. Introduction: A motor vehicle driver's license is a legal document issued by the administrative authorities after passing the required tests, permitting the holder to drive certain types of motor vehicles. 2. Classification: The National Ministry of Public Security has further subdivided the previous 3 types of permitted driving categories into 7 types, while canceling the Q license.

[OAbigail]

A cumulative score of 5 points on your driver's license means you've already been deducted 5 points within one scoring cycle. Our driving licenses have a total of 12 points, so reaching 5 points is a significant warning sign, indicating you might have been a bit careless in your driving over the past six months. For example, last year I was deducted 5 points for two speeding violations. I immediately checked the specific violation records on the Traffic Management 12123 app. It turned out that exceeding the speed limit by 10% on the highway cost me 3 points, and illegal parking in the city added another 2 points. Just 7 more points and I'd have to retake the written test (Subject 1), so I quickly adjusted my driving habits: I now always use a radar detector with navigation to alert me of speed limits, and in the city, I'd rather walk an extra 200 meters than park illegally. The month before the scoring cycle resets is especially crucial to be cautious, as many minor violations tend to cluster during this period.

[StMalachi]

I can speak with authority on the 5-point deduction on my driver's license, having just dealt with it recently. Actually, the scoring cycle starts from the day you receive your license and lasts a full year. Having 5 points deducted is like using up nearly half your credit card limit. I've checked the specific deduction standards: 6 points for running a red light, 3 points for using a phone while driving, and 3 points for failing to yield to pedestrians. Calculating this way, 5 points likely resulted from one speeding violation plus two illegal parking incidents. The most urgent thing is to go to the traffic police station to handle the fines, otherwise it will affect your vehicle's annual inspection. Now I've set monthly reminders on my phone to regularly check my license point status. The remaining 7 points really can't withstand many deductions, especially for new drivers who should be extra careful - getting 12 points deducted during the probation period will result in direct license revocation. Developing the habit of checking routes and parking spots before departure is the most reliable approach.

[Doug]

A total of 5 points means your driver's license has been deducted 5 points. The annual 12-point cycle is like a credit card—after deducting 5 points, you have 7 points left. These points correspond to your traffic violations, such as crossing a solid line (1 point deducted) or speeding 10% over the limit (3 points deducted). If you accumulate 12 points, you'll need to attend a seven-day traffic regulation course and retake the written test (Subject 1). A friend of mine was caught speeding 20% over the limit on the highway, which directly cost him 6 points, and with two illegal parking violations, he reached the 12-point limit. It's recommended to drive with navigation speed limit alerts and slow down early at zebra crossings. Traffic violations caught on camera usually appear on the 12123 app within three days—handle them promptly to avoid late fees. Safe driving is what truly matters; after all, losing points is minor compared to arriving home safely.