What to Do If 12 Points Are Deducted from the Driver's License and Not Handled for More Than 15 Days?
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In the case where 12 points are deducted from the driver's license and not handled for more than 15 days, it is first important to clarify that the license holder cannot drive temporarily. Secondly, they should promptly go to the traffic management department of the public security authority to participate in relevant knowledge learning. After passing the exam, the normal use of the driver's license can be restored. Here are the relevant details: 1. Temporary prohibition from driving: Once 12 points are deducted, driving is not allowed. Otherwise, it may be treated as driving without a license (regulations vary across regions; for example, in Zhejiang, it is not considered driving without a license but only incurs a fine). 2. Timely participation in learning and assessment at the traffic management department: If one does not attend the learning session or attends but does not take the exam, the license will be announced as suspended (equivalent to driving without a license). The license will be restored after passing the exam. If one still does not take the exam within the six-year or ten-year validity period of the driver's license, and it exceeds one year after the validity period (or one year after the inspection period for large and medium-sized driver's licenses), the license will be revoked. Within two years after revocation, one can still take the theoretical exam to restore the license. However, if it exceeds two years, the license will be permanently revoked.
A few days ago, my driver's license accumulated 12 penalty points, and I delayed handling it for 20 days. At first, I didn’t take it seriously, but later I heard that failing to address it could result in the revocation of my license and a possible fine of 500 yuan, which immediately threw me into a panic. I hurried to the DMV to inquire, and the staff told me I needed to first pay the fine, then enroll in a week-long training course, and pass the written test (Subject One) to reinstate my license. Because I was late, I had to pay an additional late fee. The training content was very basic, covering traffic rules, and passing the test resolved everything, but the process was time-consuming and exhausting. Now I’ve reflected: as soon as you accumulate enough points, take immediate action—don’t procrastinate like I did. Otherwise, it could affect your ability to drive to work, lead to higher insurance premiums, and most importantly, safety should come first. Timely remediation is the right solution.
My friend had this issue last year. His driver's license was suspended for 15 days after accumulating 12 penalty points, but he didn't deal with it. As a result, he was fined 200 yuan and had his license temporarily confiscated during a roadside check, causing him to miss work. I reminded him to go to the DMV immediately: first check the 12123 app to confirm the penalty details, bring his ID to pay the fine, and then sign up for a five-day course before taking the test. There might be some additional fees for the delay, but it's manageable. If he delays too long and the license gets revoked, he'd have to retake the test, which is more troublesome. Everyone should drive responsibly and follow the rules. If something happens, deal with it promptly.
