What to Do If the Driver's License Expires and Is Not Renewed in Time?
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The "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form" requires the applicant's signature, along with the driver's license and the vehicle owner's relevant documents. Identity proof of the motor vehicle driver: If the applicant cannot be present, the identity proofs of both the applicant and the proxy must be submitted.
It's quite common for a driver's license to expire without timely renewal. I almost forgot to renew mine before due to a busy work schedule. Once you realize it's expired, you must act immediately and stop driving. Head to the local DMV right away with your ID card, old driver's license, and photos. You might need a simple medical check to prove normal vision and other conditions. Don't delay—if it's overdue for too long, you could face fines, and if it exceeds one year, you'll have to retake the written test (Subject 1), which is a huge hassle. If caught driving with an expired license, it counts as driving without a valid license, resulting in fines of over a thousand yuan and possible detention. Set a phone reminder one month before expiration to avoid repeating the mistake. Get it done early for safety and peace of mind, so you can continue enjoying the convenience of driving—after all, without proper documents, you can't do much.
