What is the annual review process for a B1 driver's license with 3 points deducted?
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Within 30 working days after the end of the current scoring cycle of the motor vehicle driver's license, go to the vehicle management office or traffic patrol police brigade to participate in the driver's license review. Within the three-year scoring cycle, you are not allowed to accumulate 12 points at one time before you can go to the local driving school to apply for the motor vehicle type upgrade procedure and obtain a B1 motor vehicle driver's license. A B2 motor vehicle driver's license allows you to drive heavy-duty trucks, medium-duty trucks, etc., as well as vehicles covered by C1, C2, C3, C4, and M driver's licenses.
Last time my Class B1 driver's license was deducted 3 points, which made the annual inspection process a bit more troublesome. Remember to first take a number at the local DMV for processing. The staff will check your point deduction record, and if there are points, you'll need to attend a three-hour traffic safety education session. This usually involves listening to traffic rules in a classroom, though some places now support completing it through online video learning and testing. After finishing the course and obtaining the certificate, fill out the annual inspection application form and submit a copy of your ID card, a recent photo, and the original driver's license. Finally, pay a small processing fee of a few dozen yuan, and you're done. The whole process can be completed in one day, but it's recommended to make an online appointment in advance to reduce waiting time. After getting points deducted, I've become more careful when driving, avoiding minor infractions like speeding to prevent accumulating up to 12 points, which would be even more troublesome. Before the annual inspection, it's best to check your points through the Traffic Management 12123 app to confirm everything and ensure you bring all required materials, saving time and hassle.
I've been driving a medium-sized bus for several years, and the annual review process with 3 points deducted from my license is actually quite straightforward. Just head to the DMV counter, where their system will instantly show your point deduction status. If points have been deducted, they'll arrange for you to attend a safety class, which usually takes about two to three hours. The content mainly covers how to avoid common traffic violations. After completing the class, submit your materials for the annual review: ID card, driver's license, photos, and cash payment. Nowadays, many locations support mobile payments, which is very convenient. The whole process can be completed in half a day. Don't forget to prepare photos in advance, or you'll have to pay for on-site photography. Losing a few points isn't a big deal, but it's a reminder to be more careful in the future, like avoiding running red lights—safety first. Your point deduction records can be checked anytime on the traffic management app, so take a look before the annual review to avoid a wasted trip.
