What to Do After Accumulating 12 Demerit Points on Your Driver's License?
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Different types of driver's licenses have different handling methods after accumulating 12 demerit points: 1. Class A and B Driver's Licenses: Driver's licenses for permitted vehicle types are divided into several categories, with one demerit cycle lasting 12 months, meaning 12 points are allocated from the date of license issuance. If a Class A or B license accumulates 12 demerit points within one demerit cycle, the vehicle management office will revoke the highest permitted vehicle type driving qualification, directly downgrading the license. The driver must then apply for a license replacement. 2. Class C Driver's License: If a Class C license accumulates 12 demerit points within one demerit cycle, the license will be temporarily suspended. The driver must attend a 7-day road safety law, regulation, and related safety knowledge course at the vehicle management office and retake the subject one exam. Only after passing the exam can the driver resume driving. Driving during the suspension period is considered unlicensed driving. If a driver accumulates 12 points during the probationary period, their probationary permitted vehicle type driving qualification will be revoked, requiring retaking all subjects.
I remember two years ago when I was delivering an urgent document for the company, I drove too aggressively and ended up getting a full 12 points deducted. I was terrified and immediately called 122 to ask the traffic police. They said I had to report to the vehicle management office within 15 days, attend a 7-day traffic rules training course, and then take the written test (Subject One). That week was tough—memorizing all those traffic signs and penalty regulations felt more stressful than college exams. Luckily, I passed on the first try; otherwise, I would have had to keep studying. A friend of mine had it worse—he got a full 12 points deducted twice within two years, so besides the theory test, he also had to retake the road test. A word of advice: if you ever lose all your points, just take the bus for a while. Driving secretly counts as unlicensed driving, and if you get caught or worse, have an accident, insurance won’t cover it.
Last time I was caught speeding on the highway, and my points were completely deducted. I only found out about the full-score education requirement when checking the process on my phone, and I could schedule the study time online. I went to the DMV to pick up some study materials, spent seven consecutive days watching videos and answering questions—they explained everything in detail, and I corrected my bad habits like speeding and reckless lane changes. During the exam, you could miss up to 3 out of 50 questions to pass, and I was lucky enough to only get two wrong. When I got my license back, the staff mentioned that if I accumulated full points again within six months, it would be even more troublesome, requiring an additional road test. Now, I’m extra careful about speed limits when driving. This process really makes you learn your lesson—it’s much more effective than just paying a fine.
