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Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/18Receiving a moving traffic violation may result in
Points are assigned for traffic violations to monitor driver behavior. Accumulating too many points can lead to license suspension or driving restrictions.
The standard point penalty for careless driving to be
Careless driving results in 50 points, reflecting its risk and frequency in collisions.
Speeding 21 plus mph above the limit adds a penalty of
Excessive speeding earns 75 points, a severe penalty for its high-risk behavior.
Points from a traffic violation typically stay on your record for
Violation points remain active for 3 years. The total active points determine whether corrective action like probation or suspension is needed.
A reckless driving conviction leads to
Reckless driving adds 80 points and is a Class B misdemeanor, which can include jail time, fines, and increased insurance costs.
Driving without valid insurance results in
A first offense may bring a fine of $400 or more, plus license suspension until proof of insurance is provided.
Operating a vehicle on a suspended license may cause
Driving while suspended is a criminal offense. It may lead to arrest, vehicle impoundment, and increased suspension time.
Fleeing law enforcement in a vehicle is classified as
Evading a traffic stop is a felony. It results in severe criminal penalties, including prison time and long-term license revocation.
Failing to remain at the scene of an injury accident results in
Leaving the scene of a crash involving injury is a felony offense. Penalties include imprisonment, large fines, and civil liability.
A speeding ticket for going 1to 10 mph over the limit usually results in
Minor speeding violations add 35 points to your record. Accumulating too many can result in license suspension or probation.
Speeding in a construction zone results in
Construction zones carry stricter enforcement. Fines are often doubled and may come with additional points, even if workers are not present.
Driving the wrong way on a one-way street results in
Driving the wrong way is extremely dangerous and results in 60 points.
Driving with an expired license could lead to
Driving without a valid license is illegal. Penalties include court fines, points, and possible license suspension.
Failing to appear in court for a traffic citation can lead to
If you miss your scheduled court date or don’t pay your fine, the court may request suspension of your license until resolved.
Failing to yield to emergency vehicles may result in
You must yield to emergency vehicles using lights or sirens. Failure to do so is a serious traffic offense with fines and points.
Following too closely behind another vehicle may lead to
Tailgating is dangerous and considered aggressive driving. It adds 60 points to your record and increases crash risk.
Using a handheld cell phone while driving under 18 leads to
Drivers under 18 are banned from using handheld devices while driving. Violations result in citations and record points.
Driving too fast for current road or weather conditions will result in
Even when under the posted speed, unsafe speed during rain, snow, or fog can bring 60 points and a citation for unsafe driving.