How to check how many points are left on your driver’s license?
As traffic management becomes increasingly strict, driver's license scores have become the focus of attention for car owners. Knowing the remaining points on your driver's license can not only avoid the risk of penalty points, but also handle violations in a timely manner. This article will introduce in detail the various methods of checking driver's license scores, and attach recent hot traffic topics to help car owners better manage driving behavior.
1. How to query driver’s license scores

Currently, the main ways to check the remaining points on your driver’s license are as follows:
| Query method | Operation steps | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic management 12123APP | Log in to the APP→Click "Driver's License"→View "Accumulated Points" | Real-name authentication required |
| Traffic safety comprehensive service management platform | Log in to the official website → select "Information Query" → enter driver's license information | Need to register an account |
| Offline vehicle management office | Bring your ID card and driver's license to the window to inquire | Takes a long time |
| WeChat/Alipay mini program | Search for "driver's license score check" → bind personal information | Some cities support |
2. Recent hot traffic topics
In the past 10 days, the following transportation-related topics have triggered widespread discussion:
| topic | heat index | Main content |
|---|---|---|
| New rules for “point deductions” increase penalties | ★★★★★ | Many places have severely cracked down on buying and selling fractions, with people being detained for up to 15 days. |
| National promotion progress of electronic driver’s license | ★★★★☆ | More than 300 cities already support electronic driver’s licenses, and some scenarios still require paper documents. |
| New energy vehicle violation rate rises | ★★★☆☆ | Data shows that the proportion of new energy vehicles running red lights and illegal parking increased by 20% year-on-year |
| Optimization of the "study method minus points" rule | ★★★☆☆ | Some provinces allow 6 points/year reduction by answering questions |
3. Frequently Asked Questions about Driving License Point Deductions
1.When does it take to clear your driver’s license points?
Calculated based on the date of first obtaining the certificate, every 12 months is a cycle, and it will be automatically cleared when it expires (less than 12 minutes).
2.What should I do if I get 12 points deducted?
You need to participate in 7 days of traffic safety study and pass the subject one test. After passing the test, 12 points will be restored.
3.How to deduct points for violating regulations in another place?
After the nationwide network is connected, violations in other places will also be included in the driver's license file and can be processed through the 12123 APP.
4. Warm reminder
It is recommended that car owners check the status of their driver's license once a quarter to avoid exceeding the limit due to forgetfulness. At the same time, obeying traffic rules is the fundamental way to protect your scores. If you find that your score is abnormal (such as being used fraudulently), you must immediately appeal to the traffic control department.
Through the above information, car owners can easily grasp the dynamics of their driver's license scores, plan their driving behavior reasonably, and ensure driving safety and compliance.
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