What license is downgraded to when an A1 license is deducted 12 points?
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When an A1 driver's license is deducted 12 points and downgraded, it is downgraded to an A2A3 license. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the following provisions apply: Drivers holding licenses for large passenger vehicles, tractors, urban buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, or large trucks shall have their highest permissible driving model qualification revoked by the vehicle management office under the following circumstances, and the driver shall be notified to complete the downgrade and license replacement within 30 days: Being involved in a traffic accident resulting in death and bearing equal or greater responsibility, without constituting a crime; Having a record of accumulating 12 points within one scoring cycle; Failing to undergo inspection for three consecutive scoring cycles. If the motor vehicle driver fails to complete the downgrade and license replacement within the specified time, the vehicle management office shall announce the revocation of the permissible driving model qualification. Permissible driving models for A2 license: According to the "Permissible Driving Models and Codes" (Order No. 139 of the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China), the permissible driving models for A2 are: tractors, permissible vehicles: heavy and medium-sized full trailers and semi-trailer trains, other permissible models: B1 (medium-sized passenger vehicles), B2 (large trucks), C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed cargo vehicles), C4 (three-wheeled cars), M (wheeled self-propelled machinery). Permissible driving models for A3 license: According to the "Permissible Driving Models and Codes" (Order No. 139 of the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China), the permissible driving model for A3 is urban buses. Permissible vehicles: urban buses with a capacity of 10 or more passengers. Other permissible models: C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (agricultural four-wheeled vehicles), C4 (agricultural three-wheeled vehicles). Documents required for driver's license downgrade application: Original "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form"; Original and copy of the motor vehicle driver's identity proof; Original motor vehicle driver's license; For license replacement due to reaching the specified age or downgrading due to changes in physical conditions, also submit the "Motor Vehicle Driver's Physical Condition Certificate" issued by a county-level or above medical institution or a military medical institution at or above the regiment level; Three recent half-length front-facing white-background color ID photos (must be taken at a photo point equipped with an ID photo transmission system, and submit the photo point's printed digital photo collection receipt).
As a seasoned driver with years of experience, my friend once had all 12 points deducted from his A1 license for driving a large bus. In such cases, you must immediately attend a seven-day theoretical course at the traffic police station and pass the exam to clear the points. The driver's license itself won't be downgraded immediately, but if you repeatedly violate traffic rules or commit serious offenses like drunk driving, the traffic police may downgrade your license from A1 to a B-class license, such as B1 for medium-sized buses or B2 for heavy trucks. Always drive carefully—adjust your headlights correctly at night, avoid speeding or running red lights, slow down in rainy or foggy conditions, and prevent unnecessary point deductions. Safety comes first; don't lose your advanced license due to distraction.
As a post-90s working-class car enthusiast, we often discuss driver's license issues. An A1 license won't be directly downgraded after accumulating 12 penalty points - you'll first be required to attend training and pass an exam to clear the points. However, for repeated violations like drunk driving, the DMV may downgrade your license to a C1 passenger vehicle certification. Drive responsibly, especially by checking your lighting system at night to avoid malfunctions and fines. Prevention is key - regular vehicle maintenance reduces accidents. If downgraded to C1, you'll only be allowed to drive private cars, losing the privilege to operate large buses. So cherish your points, study traffic rules thoroughly for self-protection.
