What happens if 12 points are deducted from the driver's license and not handled for three years?
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If the penalty is not handled for 2 years, the fine amount will be doubled with an additional late fee. Here are the relevant regulations: 1. Article 52, Item 1: If the fine is not paid by the due date, an additional penalty of 3% of the fine amount will be imposed daily, but the total additional penalty shall not exceed the original fine amount. 2. Article 24, Paragraph 1: If a motor vehicle driver accumulates fewer than 12 points in a scoring cycle and the imposed fine has been paid, the points will be cleared. If there are unpaid fines even though the points are fewer than 12, the points will carry over to the next scoring cycle. 3. Article 25: If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 points and refuses to participate in the study session notified by the traffic management department of the public security authority or to take the required test, the traffic management department will announce the suspension of the driver's license.
As a veteran driver with nearly 20 years of experience, having 12 demerit points on your license left unaddressed for three years is definitely not good. According to traffic regulations, from the day points are deducted, you're required to report to the traffic police department within the stipulated time to attend classes and take tests. Delaying for three whole years means your driver's license has most likely been automatically revoked. This means you've completely lost your legal driving privileges and will need to reapply for a driver's license—starting from scratch with both the theoretical written test and the road test, which not only takes several months but also costs thousands in tuition fees. Even more serious, if you're caught driving during this period, it's considered unlicensed driving, with fines often exceeding a thousand yuan, possible detention for severe cases, and even impacts on your personal credit record, affecting job searches or loan applications. So, I advise you not to delay any further—immediately contact your local traffic management department to check your file status. If there's any way to remedy the situation, act quickly. Driving is a responsibility; don't gamble with your own and others' safety. Also, make sure to avoid frequent violations in the future—installing a points-tracking app can be a big help.
