What happens if you get 6 demerit points during the probationary period?
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Getting 6 demerit points during the probationary period: 1. For C1 and lower-level driver's licenses, receiving 6 demerit points during the probationary period has no impact as long as the violations are promptly addressed, fines are paid, and the points will be cleared at the end of the scoring cycle; 2. For A and B-class driver's licenses, if the demerit points exceed 6 during the probationary period, the probationary period will be extended by one year. If the demerit points exceed 6 again during the extended probationary period, the license will be directly revoked; 3. For drivers holding a large passenger vehicle license, if they accumulate more than 6 but less than 12 demerit points during the one-year probationary period, the probationary period will be extended by one year. If they again accumulate more than 6 but less than 12 demerit points during the extended probationary period, their probationary driving qualification for the permitted vehicle type will be revoked.
Getting 6 penalty points during the probationary period is really annoying, and I have to share my personal experience. Not long after getting my license, I was caught speeding twice because I was in a hurry, totaling 6 points. I was pretty panicked at the time and went straight to the traffic police station to handle it. They told me my probationary period would be extended by a year, and during that time, I had to log my mileage and couldn’t drive alone on highways. This messed up my work plans, cost me extra money for driving lessons, and even increased my insurance premiums. Now, I drive much more carefully. A reminder to new drivers: running red lights or not wearing a seatbelt during the probationary period can easily lead to points—don’t underestimate these small mistakes, as they can add up and cause big delays. Safety first; developing good habits and staying focused is the way to go.
