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Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/15Accumulating 12 or more points on your license in 2 years leads to
Nebraska suspends licenses for 6 months if 12+ points are accumulated within 2 years.
Running a red light is a traffic violation that results in
Violations like running a red light result in 2 demerit points on your driving record.
Reckless driving results in the addition of
Reckless or aggressive driving behavior is penalized with 5 points in Nebraska.
Speeding 35+ mph over the limit carries
Severe speeding violations add 5 points and may lead to additional fines or suspension.
Failing to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk adds
In Nebraska, drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians in a marked crosswalk are assessed 2 points on their driving record. This violation reflects a serious risk to pedestrian safety and contributes to potential license suspension if points accumulate.
Leaving the scene of an accident adds
Hit-and-run or leaving crash scenes results in the highest penalty of 6 points.
Driving without insurance in Nebraska may result in
Insurance violations can lead to suspension and significant reinstatement fees.
Driving is considered a secondary offense but still results in
Distracted driving via texting is a primary offense that adds 3 points to your record.
Tailgating or following too closely adds
Unsafe following distance is considered a hazard and earns 3 points.
Illegal passing in no-passing zones results in
Passing in prohibited zones is dangerous and penalized with 2 points.
Failing to stop for a school bus in Nebraska adds to
In Nebraska, not stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights is a serious violation. It results in 4 points on your driving record and can lead to fines over $500, emphasizing the importance of child safety.
A second offense for driving with a suspended license results in
Repeat offenses are treated seriously, with possible jail and longer revocation.
Drag racing or exhibition driving adds
Street racing is treated as a criminal violation, carrying the maximum 6-point penalty.
Completing a DMV-approved defensive driving course removes
Nebraska allows removal of 2 points from your record every 5 years via a safety course.
Failing to yield to emergency vehicles adds
Not yielding to ambulances, fire trucks, or police earns 2 points and potential fines.