Point System

Question 1

3 points

Answer 1

• Unlawful speed 15 MPH or less over lawful or posted speed
• Texting while driving
• Driving during restricted hours
• Using a handheld device in a school crossing, school zone or work zon

Question 2

6 points

Answer 2

• Unlawful speed resulting in a crash
• Leaving the scene of a crash resulting in property damage of more than $50
• Passing a stopped school bus resulting in serious injury or death

Question 3

+3 points

Answer 3

Texting occurred in a school zone

Question 4

+6 points

Answer 4

Texting resulted in a crash

Question 5

+ points

Answer 5

points added to the primary offense

Question 6

30 day suspension

Answer 6

12 points within a 12-month period

Question 7

3 month suspension

Answer 7

18 points within a 18-month period

Question 8

1 year suspension

Answer 8

24 points within a 36-month period

Question 9

Mandatory restriction for minors

Answer 9

• Any driver under the age of 18 who accumulates 6 or more points within a 12 month period is automatically restricted for one year to driving for Business Purposes Only
• If additional points are accumulated, the restriction is extended for 90 days for every additional point received

Question 10

Other

Answer 10

• The fine for exceeding the speed limit by more than 50 MPH is $1,000 for the first offense and $2,500 for the second
• Fines are doubled when speeding infractions occur within a school zone or construction zone, with possible civil penalties up to $1,000, and you can be required to complete a driving course
• The motorist receives the same number of points listed if the conviction occurs out-of-state or in a federal court.