Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/17If reckless driving or reckless endangerment occurs,
Reckless driving or reckless endangerment involving operating a motor vehicle results in 6 points on the license.
When failure to yield right of way happens,
Failure to yield the right of way leads to 5 points, increasing risk of collision and traffic violations.
If passing a stopped school bus,
Passing a stopped school bus results in 5 points due to the danger it poses to children and pedestrians.
When driving on the wrong side of road or illegal passing,
Driving on the wrong side of the road or illegal passing results in 4 points for dangerous and unlawful behavior.
If following too closely,
Following another vehicle too closely (tailgating) leads to 3 points to promote safe driving distance.
When disregarding a traffic control device,
Disregarding stop signs or traffic signals results in 3 points and possible fines or enforcement actions.
If unable to control the vehicle,
Inability to control the vehicle results in 2 points due to the risk of accidents or unsafe driving conditions.
When improper lane violation occurs,
Improper lane usage or violations result in 2 points to encourage adherence to lane regulations.
If speeding 1-25 mph over the speed limit,
Speeding from 1 to 25 mph over the posted limit results in 2 points and may involve fines.
When speeding 26 mph or more over the speed limit,
Speeding 26 mph or more over the limit results in 5 points due to the increased danger and stricter penalties.
If drinking alcohol while operating a vehicle,
Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol results in 2 points and possibly further legal action.
When Admin Per Se violation occurs,
Admin Per Se violations result in 6 points for serious infractions related to license status or operation.
If improper operation of a motorcycle,
Improper operation of a motorcycle results in 2 points due to the increased risk associated with motorcycle use.
When failure to obey construction/maintenance zone markers,
Failure to obey construction zone markers, flagmen, or police officers results in 3 points and fines.
If emergency vehicle rules are violated,
Violating rules regarding emergency vehicles results in 2 points to maintain safety and priority on the road.
When failure to signal or use incorrect turn signal,
Failure to use turn signals properly results in 2 points to encourage communication between drivers.
At making an improper turn,
Making an improper or illegal turn results in 2 points for unsafe maneuvering.