Traffic Enforcement Penalties

Points leading to MVA warning letter is

When a driver earns 3 to 4 points within two years, MVA sends a warning letter urging caution to avoid penalties.

If requiring driver improvement program is

Accumulating 5 to 7 points requires the driver to complete an MVA-approved improvement course to retain their license.

Points that cause license suspension is

Drivers with 8 to 11 points in two years are subject to license suspension due to repeated traffic violations.

Having 12 or more points within 2 years leads to

At 12+ points, the MVA revokes your license entirely, and reinstatement requires a formal process.

A DUI conviction adds this many points to your Maryland record

A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) adds 12 points, triggering automatic license suspension.

Driving on a suspended license (first offense) results in

First-time offenders driving with a suspended license receive 5 points and possible criminal charges.

Minimum fine for driving on a suspended license is

Maryland law sets a minimum fine of $500 for this offense, though courts may impose more.

Minimum jail sentence for driving on a suspended license is

A first offense may result in a 60-day jail term, depending on the severity and court ruling.

Maximum penalty for driving with a suspended license is

For repeat or serious cases, penalties can reach $1,000 and up to 1 year in jail.

A first DUI conviction carries a jail penalty of up to

The court may sentence a first-time DUI offender to up to 1 year in jail, based on circumstances.

Maximum fine for a first DUI offense is

DUI fines can reach $1,000 even for a first offense, and higher for repeat violations.

A DUI conviction may also result in

In addition to points and fines, DUI convictions may bring license suspension and jail time.

The time a DWI conviction remains on your record is

While points may expire, a DWI offense stays on your driving record for life.

Ignoring a payable traffic ticket results in

Failure to pay or respond to a ticket can lead to MVA suspending your driver’s license.

Criminal must appear traffic offenses can lead to jail terms of

Serious offenses like DUI, driving without a license, or reckless driving may bring jail time.