Which subject should be retaken for a C1 drunk driving offense?
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Drunk driving results in a 12-point deduction. If all 12 points are deducted, you will need to study and retake Subject 1. Here is additional information: 1. Drunk Driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol leads to the revocation of the driver's license, with a 5-year ban on reapplying. After conviction, it may result in detention and a fine. For driving commercial vehicles under the influence, the license is revoked with a 10-year ban on reapplying and a lifetime ban on driving commercial vehicles, along with detention and a fine after conviction. 2. Article 91 of the Road Traffic Safety Law: Driving under the influence of alcohol results in a 6-month suspension of the motor vehicle driving license and a fine. If penalized for drunk driving and caught again, it leads to up to 10 days of detention, a fine, and revocation of the motor vehicle driving license.
A friend of mine who holds a C1 driver's license had his license revoked for six months after being caught drunk driving. When retaking the exam, he told me he had to start from scratch: the theoretical test (Subject 1), the field driving skills test (Subject 2), and the actual road driving test (Subject 3). The whole process was extremely tedious—the theoretical section included additional questions on drunk driving regulations, and during the road test, the examiner was stricter in checking safety habits. He said that retaking the exam after drunk driving was not only time-consuming and laborious but also cost a lot of money, such as registration and training fees. More seriously, drunk driving poses too high a risk and can easily lead to accidents that harm both oneself and others. He deeply regretted his actions. Now, he always reminds others to call a designated driver or take a taxi after gatherings—safety comes first. I’ve also heard that if the drunk driving offense is minor, only Subject 1 might be required for retesting. But no matter what, never attempt to drive after drinking. Obeying the law is a responsibility to oneself and others. Through his experience, I think the driver's license system is quite well-designed—mandatory re-learning can prompt people to reflect on their mistakes.
