What to Do When a C1 Driver's License Accumulates 12 Demerit Points?
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C1 driver's license holders who accumulate 12 demerit points within a scoring cycle are required to attend a seven-day study session on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge at the traffic management department of the public security authority in the jurisdiction where the driver's license was issued or where the violation occurred. After completing the study session, they must take the subject one exam. Passing the exam will clear the demerit points. Refusal to take the exam or attend the study session will result in the suspension of the driver's license. Below are the regulations for accumulating 12 demerit points: 1. Confiscation of the driver's license: According to Article 68 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses,' if a motor vehicle driver accumulates 12 demerit points within a scoring cycle, the traffic management department of the public security authority shall confiscate their motor vehicle driver's license. 2. Requirement to attend study and take the exam: The motor vehicle driver must, within 15 days, attend a seven-day study session on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge at the traffic management department of the public security authority in the jurisdiction where the driver's license was issued or where the violation occurred. After completing the study session, the vehicle management office must administer an exam on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge within 20 days.
I just got my C1 driver's license less than a year ago, but I already got 12 points deducted for speeding and failing to yield to pedestrians, which made me quite nervous. The process is straightforward: first, register for a traffic regulations study course at the local traffic management department, usually costing a few hundred yuan. Then, attend classes for one to three days, mainly covering traffic laws and safety knowledge, such as avoiding speeding and distracted driving. After completing the course, spend a few days reviewing before taking a written test similar to the subject one exam. The questions aren’t difficult, and with proper preparation, you can pass. Once you pass, your license will be returned. The whole process takes about one to two weeks, but don’t delay, as driving without a license during this period could lead to even heavier fines for unlicensed driving. From now on, drive more carefully—don’t wait until you lose all your points to learn the lesson.
Don't panic if you've accumulated 12 penalty points - taking immediate action is the simplest solution. You must promptly register for traffic regulations courses at the local traffic police station, which typically involve paid lectures focusing on road laws and practical case studies. Passing the exam after completing the course will restore your license, but remember not to drive during this period to avoid being caught for unlicensed driving. I recommend handling this early, as prolonged delays may lead to license revocation, making it more troublesome to obtain a new one. For daily driving, always follow the rules: avoid speeding, wear seat belts, and maintain a clean driving record - that's the true path to safety.
