- It’s important to know the rules of the road and also any penalties you may have when not obeying the rules.
- A point system keeps each driver accountable for violations of road and traffic laws.
- Collisions and traffic convictions will stay on your record for a full 36 months or longer.
- Negligent driving includes many of the seemingly small violations you can make but these will add points to your record (which you don’t want, so follow the rules of driving carefully!).
And it can get worse…
- If you receive 4 points in a year, 6 points in 2 years, or 8 points in 3 years, it is very likely that your driving license will be suspended, making you ineligible to drive for one year.
- You may have the option to remove one point from your record if you complete court-approved driving school.
- You will have the right to go to court and present your case to the judge in the event of suspension, probation, or revocation of driving privileges.
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| Speeding | Varies based on the speed and location of the violation |
| Reckless driving | Up to $1,000 |
| Running a red light | $100-$200 |
| Failure to stop for a pedestrian | $238 |
| Driving under the influence (DUI) | First offense: $390-$1,000 |
| Driving with a suspended or revoked license | Up to $1,000 |
| Hit and run | Up to $10,000 |
| Failure to wear a seatbelt | $20 |
| Child passenger safety violation | $100-$200 |
| Distracted driving | $20-$50 for a first offense |
Did you Know? The most common traffic violation by a minor is speeding! Don’t do it!
You made it to the end! Practice the test and get ready to ace your test and take to the road like a pro.
