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Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/20If you are caught speeding 10 to14 mph over limit speed is
Delaware assigns 4 points for this level of speeding. Fines vary based on location and court discretion.
When speeding 20 mph over the limit speed is
5 points are added. May lead to mandatory course or suspension under the Driver Improvement Program.
If you run a red light without stop you may
Disregarding a stop sign or red light adds 3 points and can trigger a citation under camera enforcement.
When you flee from a law enforcement officer
Attempting to flee results in mandatory license revocation and potential felony charges.
If you drive without a valid license
Driving unlicensed is a misdemeanor, may result in court appearance, fines, or arrest.
If you drive while your license is suspended
Leads to a new suspension equal to the current one. No driving is allowed during the entire period.
After 3 moving violations in 12 months
The Driver Improvement Program may suspend your license based on point accumulation.
If cited for reckless driving
Reckless driving adds 6 points and may involve court action, jail, or license revocation.
When involved in a hit-and-run crash
Leaving a crash involving injury or death causes automatic license revocation and possibly prison time.
If you drive without valid insurance
Delaware requires liability insurance. Driving without it may lead to suspension and $100 to $1,500 fines.
If driving under the influence (1st offense)
Delaware, license suspension depends on your BAC 12 months for under 0.15, 18 months for 0.15 to 0.19, and 24 months for 0.20 or higher or test refusal. You may also face up to $1,500 in fines and possible jail time.
For DUI 2nd offense
License loss from 18 to 30 months based on BAC. Fines up to $2,500. Jail 60 days to 18 months.
For DUI 3rd offense
Third DUI brings felony charge, up to $5,000 fine, and 24 to 36 month license revocation.
For DUI 4th offense
Fourth offense results in 5 year license revocation. No hardship license permitted.
If you refuse a chemical test (1st time)
Refusal results in automatic revocation under Implied Consent law. Appeals must be filed within 15 days.
When cited for careless driving
Careless driving is a moving violation with fines and license points. May require court appearance.
If you cause injury or death in a crash
May be charged with vehicular homicide or manslaughter. Results in long-term revocation.
When not wearing a seatbelt
Delaware enforces primary seatbelt laws. You may be stopped and ticketed for not wearing one.
If you are under 21 and commit any DUI offense
Delaware has strict penalties for underage drinking and driving. Any detectable alcohol = automatic action.
If you fail to appear in court for a citation
Ignoring a court summons leads to license revocation as if you were convicted.