What does it mean when a driver's license shows zero points?
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Normally, a driver's license displays 0 points. If the license is used to handle vehicle violations, corresponding points will be recorded. If the vehicle has multiple violations, the points on the driver's license will accumulate. A cumulative score of 0 indicates that no points have been deducted yet. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the relevant provisions on point deductions are as follows: 1. If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points within a scoring cycle, the traffic management department of the public security authority shall confiscate their motor vehicle driver's license. The driver must, within 15 days, attend a seven-day study session on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge at the traffic management department where the license was issued or where the violation occurred. After completing the study session, the vehicle management office must administer an exam on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge within 20 days. If the driver passes the exam, the points will be cleared, and the driver's license will be returned. If the driver fails the exam, they must continue studying and retake the exam. If the driver refuses to participate in the study session or take the exam, the traffic management department will announce the suspension of their driver's license. 2. If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points or more twice within a scoring cycle or accumulates 24 points or more, the vehicle management office must also administer a road driving skills test within 10 days after the driver passes the exam on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. If the driver takes the road driving skills test, it will be conducted according to the highest permitted vehicle type specified on their driver's license.
A driver's license showing zero points usually means no demerit points have been deducted, which is a good thing. It indicates you've been driving responsibly with no traffic violations. In China, the driver's license point system starts with 12 points. If you consistently follow traffic rules without being caught speeding or running red lights, your points will remain at zero. This shows you're a safe driver, free from worries about fines or temporary license suspension. I remember feeling quite at ease the last time my points were at zero because traffic police inspections wouldn't cause any trouble. Just avoid sudden braking, maintain safe following distances, and never drink and drive to maintain this status. I recommend regularly checking your points on the traffic management bureau's app to ensure everything is in order. Remember, accumulating too many demerit points can affect insurance premiums or annual inspections. Keeping zero points is not only safer but also saves money and hassle.
