What to Do After Accumulating 12 Demerit Points?
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If a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 demerit points within one scoring cycle, the traffic management department of the public security authority shall detain their motor vehicle driving license. The motor vehicle driver shall participate in relevant knowledge training at the issuing location of their driving license within 15 days. After the driver completes the training, the vehicle management office shall conduct a road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test within 20 days. If the test is passed, the demerit points will be cleared, and the driving license will be returned. If the test is failed, the driver must continue participating in training and retaking the test.
I remember when my driver's license was deducted the full 12 points, it was a real nightmare. That day I received a notice that I had to go to the traffic police station to deal with it. First, I had to submit my ID and driver's license, then they arranged for me to attend a seven-day traffic safety course. The course content included traffic regulations and safe driving knowledge, eight hours a day, which was quite exhausting. At the end, I had to pass an exam, basically covering the same material as the first driving test, so I had to review the question bank thoroughly. If I passed the exam, my license would be restored to normal. The whole process took about two weeks, so I’d recommend taking leave in advance to avoid disrupting work. If I exceeded the points limit again, the consequences would be even more severe, such as long-term suspension. So now I drive extra carefully, avoiding running red lights or speeding, and it’s best to install a dash cam just in case.
