Which subject needs to be retaken if all points are deducted?
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If all points on your driver's license are deducted, you need to retake Subject 1. If the accumulated demerit points reach 12 within a scoring cycle, you are required to study Subject 1 and take the Subject 1 exam. Passing the exam will clear the demerit points. The following are precautions regarding driver's license point deductions: Clearance Cycle: The cumulative scoring cycle for road traffic safety violations is 12 months, with a full score of 12 points. It is calculated from the date the motor vehicle driver's license is initially issued and continues in cycles. Difference Between 12 and 24 Points: Within a scoring cycle, if you accumulate 12 points, you need to restudy Subject 1; if you reach 24 points, you not only have to study Subject 1 but also Subject 3.
Back when I lost all my points last time, I really buckled down and reviewed for the written test (Subject One). After accumulating 12 penalty points, the DMV notifies you to attend a 7-day traffic regulations course – only after completing it can you register for the Subject One exam. I remember staying up late every night doing practice questions during that period, taking dozens of mock tests before daring to attempt the real thing. It gets even more complicated with 24+ points – passing Subject One then requires an additional road test (Subject Three). Pro tip: never procrastinate on handling traffic violations – my neighbor kept delaying until his license got suspended for driving unlicensed. These days I instinctively hit the brakes at yellow lights – that lesson left a deep impression.
New drivers on probation, pay special attention! If you lose all 12 points, your license will be revoked and you'll have to start from scratch! One of my students, a guy, was caught speeding over 50% during his probation period and had to retake all four driving tests from scratch, spending over 3,000 yuan more on retake fees than us. Regular drivers have it slightly better—just a driving suspension and mandatory traffic school, memorizing all 1,344 questions in the test bank for the written exam. I recommend downloading the 'Driving Test Prep' app. Back when I took the test, I reviewed my wrong-answer set seven times and barely passed with a 94. Remember, you get two chances during the exam—if you fail the first time, you can retake it immediately.
