What is the clearance date of the driver's license?

[LaLily]

The clearance time of the driver's license is the issuance date on the license. 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 the motor vehicle driver's license is initially obtained, and so on in a continuous cycle. The clearance time of the driver's license is the issuance date on the license, and the system automatically clears the points on the issuance date each year. Starting from the "initial issuance date" of the driver's license, one year constitutes a scoring cycle, and so on in a continuous cycle. If the initial issuance date of the driver's license is May x, 2010, then the scoring cycle of the driver's license is: from 00:00 on May x, 2010, to 24:00 on May x, 2011. If the penalty points recorded during a scoring cycle do not reach 12, the scoring system will automatically reset the points (after the fines are paid) at the beginning of the next scoring cycle. If the points reach 12, the driver must attend a study session and pass the subject one test at the vehicle management office where the license was issued or where the violation occurred (if the points reach 12 twice consecutively in one scoring cycle, the subject three test must also be taken after the additional license upgrade) before the points can be cleared. Otherwise, the driver's license cannot be used normally. For the first time reaching 12 to 24 points (excluding 24), the driver only needs to pass the subject one test to clear the traffic violation points. For drivers who reach 12 points twice or more or accumulate 24 points (inclusive) or more in the same cycle, they must take both subject one and subject three tests each time before the traffic management department archives and clears the points. Among them, the period from the driver's initial issuance date to the day before the same date the following year constitutes a traffic violation scoring cycle. For example, if the driver's initial issuance date is April 1, 2011, then the traffic violation scoring cycle is from April 1, 2011, to March 31, 2012.

[LaEllie]

When I first got my driver's license, I didn't understand this either. Later, I asked a traffic officer and learned that the license's score reset date is actually the anniversary of the day you first obtained the license—the day when points are cleared. Everyone's date is different. For example, I got my license in March 2022, so my reset date is fixed on the same day in March every year. This is to monitor driving safety; once the 12-month cycle ends, the points reset to zero, but the violation history remains. I recommend checking the "Traffic Management 12123" app or looking at the information on the back of your license—it's very convenient. Remembering this date is important. Don’t be like my friend who forgot to check his points, exceeded the limit, and had to retake the test. Daily driving should always prioritize safety and following the rules.

[JaceFitz]

Having driven for years, I've learned that the reset date for your driver's license points isn't fixed—it entirely depends on the date you first obtained your license. The points automatically reset to zero after 12 months. If you want to know the exact date, just check the issue date on your license or use a mobile app for instant lookup. I didn't pay attention before and ended up with maxed-out points affecting my driving. This points reset mechanism encourages us to follow traffic rules, making regular record checks essential—don't wait until something happens to regret it. Maintain good driving habits, and the reset day will pass smoothly.

[AngelaDella]

The scoring reset date for your driver's license is determined by the date you first obtained it. The points are cleared after each full year. I got my license the year before last, and the 12-month period for point reset starts from that date. You can check the back page of your license or the app to confirm. This system helps us avoid accumulating penalty points, but it's still important to handle violations promptly. Remember the date and drive safely.