What Happens If Traffic Violation Points on Driver's License Are Not Handled?
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If the accumulated points on a driver's license do not reach 12 and are not handled, the points will carry over to the next scoring cycle. If the points reach 12 and are not handled, the traffic management department of the public security authority will announce the suspension of the driver's license. Below are detailed explanations: 1. Explanation One: If a motor vehicle driver's accumulated points within a scoring cycle do not reach 12 and all fines have been paid, the points will be cleared. 2. Explanation Two: If the accumulated points do not reach 12 but there are unpaid fines, the points will carry over to the next scoring cycle. 3. Explanation Three: If a motor vehicle driver's accumulated points reach 12 or more twice within a scoring cycle, in addition to having the driver's license confiscated, attending training, and taking exams as stipulated in Article 23, the driver must also undergo a driving skills test.
As a veteran driver with over 20 years of experience, I've personally been through this: got 3 points deducted for speeding, procrastinated on handling it, and later received a notice. On top of the base fine, there was a hefty late fee that doubled the total amount. I was even warned that the next offense would affect my license status. Unresolved penalty points don't automatically reset—they stay on record. If they accumulate to 12 points, your license gets suspended—you'll have to stop driving for a month or two, attend 7 consecutive days of mandatory classes at designated centers, and pass a test to reinstate it. Worse yet, it can hurt your credit score, potentially raising car insurance rates, and might cause issues with car rentals or annual inspections. Now, I use the traffic management app to handle any notices immediately upon receiving SMS alerts—it saves trouble and reminds me not to repeat mistakes. Safe driving is no small matter; penalty points are a red light—addressing them promptly protects both yourself and your wallet. Cultivate good habits by starting with timely point resolution to break the procrastination cycle.
