Will the driver's license be revoked if I haven't driven since passing the test?

[LaKennedy]

Not driving for a long time may lead to revocation of the driver's license: Validity period of the driver's license: After obtaining the driver's license for the first time, many people do not start driving immediately and leave the license unused. If the driver's license remains idle for too long, it may be revoked because there is a validity period for the driver's license, which is six years for the first-time issuance. Grace period for license renewal: For some car owners who cannot renew their licenses in time, there is a grace period of one year. If the driver's license expires, the renewal can be done within one year after expiration. However, if this grace period is also missed, the license holder will have to retake the test to restore the driver's license. Additional information: Even if you haven't driven for a year after getting the license, the probation period is considered passed as long as it has been more than one year since obtaining the license and no more than 12 points were deducted during that time. Not driving does not affect the probation period, provided that you have not helped others deduct points, which means the probation period can be passed successfully.

[DeAllie]

After I got my driver's license, I didn't drive for a long time and was quite worried at the time. Later, I learned that the license wouldn't be revoked simply for not driving, unless it expired without renewal. When the driver's license expires, you need to go to the vehicle management office to get a new one. Usually, the first license is valid for six years, and if you don't renew it after six years, it will be canceled. So I remind myself to renew it on time, otherwise it would be troublesome if it really gets revoked. There's no problem with the license itself, but driving skills can become rusty. Not practicing for a long time can be dangerous on the road, so it's recommended to find opportunities occasionally to get behind the wheel and maintain your feel for driving. The current policy is also convenient. When renewing the license, just bring your ID card and photos for a physical examination. Don't delay until the last minute and cause trouble. Safety first, after all.

[McTeagan]

I remember the year I got my driver's license, I didn't have a car to drive, so the license just sat in my bag. Later, I asked a friend and learned that it wouldn't be revoked as long as it was kept safe within its validity period. The renewal cycle for a driver's license is six years. The first license issued must be renewed upon expiration. If you miss the renewal deadline and it exceeds one year, the license becomes invalid, and you have to retake the test. Over the years, I've renewed my license on time. There was a period when I didn't drive at all, but my license remained valid. The bigger issue is skill deterioration—your reaction time declines if you don't drive for a long time, and you might struggle if you suddenly need to drive. Even if you don't own a car, it's advisable to periodically review traffic rules or practice simulated driving to stay sharp. The renewal process isn't complicated; just plan ahead.

[VanOwen]

I've encountered many friends in similar situations who obtained their driver's license but never drove. The key is to renew it periodically. The driver's license is valid for six years, and if you fail to renew it by the expiration date, it will be revoked if overdue for more than one year, requiring you to retake the test. Skill deterioration is a real challenge—driving, like any skill, becomes rusty with disuse, increasing the risk of accidents. It's advisable to periodically review traffic rules or observe from the passenger seat to stay alert. The DMV requires a medical check-up during renewal to ensure physical fitness. Overall, driver's license management is quite lenient—just keep it safe and don't lose it.