Chapter 5 · Lesson 4 of 13
Eight-point violations and active period
3 min read · Points, Suspensions, and Insurance Requirements
Figures in this lesson
| Violation | Points |
|---|---|
| Points vary for speeding violations. Examples of speeding violation point totals include: | |
| 1 – 15 miles per hour over the speed limit | 2 points |
| 16 – 25 miles per hour over the speed limit | 4 points |
| 26+ miles per hour over the speed limit | 6 points |
| Examples of other violation point totals include: | |
| Failure to use headlights | 2 points |
| No brake or signal lights | 2 points |
| Improper motorcycle headgear | 4 points |
| Improper motorcycle passenger | 4 points |
| Violation for hand-held device | 4 points |
| Unsafe lane movement | 4 points |
| Disregarding a stop sign or yield sign | 4 points |
| Failure to yield to an emergency vehicle | 6 points |
| Following another vehicle too closely | 6 points |
| Driving while suspended | 8 points |
| Speed contest on road | 8 points |
Explanation
Driving while suspended and a speed contest on a road are each listed at 8 points. Points remain active on the driver record for two years from the conviction date.
Example
A conviction for driving while suspended carries the listed 8 points, which stay active for two years measured from that conviction date.
Common mistake
Starting the two-year period from the ticket date or license-expiration date. The manual uses the conviction date.
What the manual says
Driving while suspended 8 points
Points stay active on your driver record for two years from the conviction date.
Sources
- Manual p. 21
“Driving while suspended 8 points”
- Manual p. 21
“Speed contest on road 8 points”
- Manual p. 21
“Points stay active on your driver record for two years from the conviction date.”
Check your understanding
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