What to Do If Points Are Deducted from the Driver's License but Not Handled?
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If points are deducted from the driver's license but not handled, you should go to the traffic violation inquiry window at the traffic police station to inquire and handle it. Here is relevant information about points deducted from the driver's license but not handled: 1. Introduction: (1) If the points deducted from the driver's license do not reach 12 points and are not handled, the points will be carried over to the next scoring cycle. (2) If the points deducted from the driver's license reach 12 points and are not handled, the public security authority's traffic management department will announce the suspension of the use of the driver's license. 2. Impact on Annual Inspection: In most cases, there is no specified deadline for handling, but it must be done before the annual inspection; otherwise, the annual inspection compliance mark cannot be obtained. 3. Note: If a vehicle accumulates three traffic violations that are not handled, local traffic police may confiscate the driver's license, vehicle registration certificate, or even impound the vehicle when caught on the spot.
After driving for so many years, I have a lesson to share. Last time I was fined for speeding and had 3 points deducted from my license. I was busy with work and delayed handling it for a month. When I finally went to the traffic bureau, the fine had doubled and I had to pay a late fee. Later, I quickly paid the fine using the Traffic Management 12123 APP on my phone and also attended mandatory study and exams. This incident taught me the serious consequences of not handling things promptly: accumulating 12 points leads to license suspension and retaking the exam, insurance premiums increase, and daily car use is affected. So I suggest checking your status immediately after getting points deducted—it can be done via the APP or online—and ideally handling it within three days. Usually, drive carefully by obeying speed limits and not running red lights. Regularly checking your points and developing safe driving habits can save you a lot of trouble. It saves time, money, and gives peace of mind—don’t learn the hard way like I did. Nowadays, driving can be stressful, but small points can turn into big disasters if you delay. Timely action is the right approach.
