What does the remaining score dash on a driver's license mean?
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This situation generally refers to how many points are left on the driver's license, and the minus sign is equivalent to deducting 0 points. The refresh time for driver's license points is based on a 12-month scoring cycle starting from the initial issuance date. For example, if you obtained your driver's license on February 1, 2019, the points will refresh on January 31, 2019, resetting to the full score. Additional information: According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses": 1. The cumulative scoring cycle for road traffic safety violations (i.e., the scoring cycle) is 12 months, with a full score of 12 points, calculated from the date of initial issuance of the motor vehicle driver's license. Based on the severity of road traffic safety violations, the points deducted at one time are categorized into five types: 12 points, 6 points, 3 points, 2 points, and 1 point. 2. If a motor vehicle driver's accumulated points within a scoring cycle do not reach 12 points and the imposed fines have been paid, the points will be cleared; if the accumulated points do not reach 12 points but there are unpaid fines, the points will carry over to the next scoring cycle.
Last time I saw a dash indicating the remaining points on my driver's license, my heart skipped a beat. Later I learned it meant all my points had been deducted, completely reset to zero. As a new driver who just got licensed last year, I was caught speeding within months and lost 6 points at once. That remaining dash looked really alarming. I quickly downloaded the Traffic Management 12123 App to check and found out that after points are reset to zero, I need to study traffic regulations and pass a test to restore them. My suggestion is to use navigation more often for speed limit reminders while driving. If you do get points deducted, don't panic - just handle it promptly. Safety comes first. Now every time I hit the road, I remind myself not to violate any rules to avoid seeing that dash again.
After driving for so many years, I know that a horizontal line on the remaining points of my driver's license means the points have dropped to zero—nothing to make a fuss about. When I was younger, I often sped or parked illegally to save time, and after being caught by cameras, my points gradually decreased. The moment the line appeared, I knew it was time to behave. Experience has taught me that checking the points status monthly on the traffic management app can help avoid issues. If the line shows up, I just review traffic rules at a driving school, pass the test, and get back to 12 points. Actually, being mindful in daily driving—like avoiding distractions from phones or speeding—can reduce the chances of losing points. Remember, keeping your points intact isn’t just about the license; it’s about peace of mind on the road.
