What to do if the driver's license has expired without review?
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Here are the specific steps to take if your driver's license has expired without review: 1. If the driver's license has expired for less than one month and hasn't reached the cancellation period. You can directly go to the traffic police department to handle it. Remember: Bring photos, ID card, driver's license, and physical condition certificate, fill out the "Annual Review Form" to complete the procedure. 2. If the driver's license is not renewed upon expiration or fails to submit the physical condition certificate for over one year, it will be directly cancelled. 3. If the cancellation hasn't exceeded two years, bring your ID card and driver's license to the vehicle management office at the issuing place to participate in learning. After passing the subject one exam, your driving qualification can be restored. 4. If the cancellation exceeds two years, the driver's license will be invalidated.
I've been driving for over a decade and have encountered several instances of my driver's license expiring. Once you discover it's expired, never take chances by driving – you'll get stopped by traffic police, fined, and possibly have your vehicle impounded. Head straight to the local DMV for renewal, remembering to bring your ID card, old license, and a one-inch photo. If it's expired for less than a year, you can usually renew it normally; longer periods might require retaking the theory test or a medical exam. The DMV is quite efficient, but be prepared to wait in line when it's busy. Driving without a valid license is risky – if an accident occurs, insurance won't cover it, and you'll bear full responsibility. I recommend setting a phone reminder six months in advance to renew, and make it a habit to check your license regularly. Safety comes first – don't take unnecessary risks to save trouble.
