Traffic Enforcement Penalties

If you drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more, then,

A DUI offense results in license revocation and possible jail time, even for first-time offenders.

If you refuse to take a chemical breath test your license is will be

Refusal results in a license revocation from 1 year up to a lifetime depending on prior offenses.

If you are under 21 and have any measurable alcohol then,

A first offense leads to 30-day license revocation and a fine between 25 and 100 dollars.

If you drive on 20 mph or more over the speed limit then,

West Virginia point system assigns the highest penalty for excessive speeding.

When you flee from law enforcement then,

Fleeing or attempting to elude police carries the maximum point penalty for any moving violation.

If you use a handheld phone three times then,

The third and subsequent violations of handheld phone use result in a $300 fine and license points.

If you run on a red light then,

Disobeying a traffic control signal is a moving violation under West Virginia law.

If you make an illegal U-turn then,

U-turns are prohibited on interstates and other restricted areas unless you are operating an emergency vehicle.

When you drive recklessly then,

Reckless driving includes high-risk behaviors like weaving or tailgating, and 3 offenses in 24 months can result in license loss.

If you drive without a valid insurance

Driving without proof of insurance is a violation and may result in administrative suspension.

When you leave the scene of crash

Failing to stop after a crash involving injury, death, or major property damage results in mandatory revocation.

If you give false information to the DMV

Using false documents or misrepresenting identity during application or renewal leads to legal consequences.

If you speed in a school zone

Speeding in designated school zones is considered a high-risk violation and carries enhanced penalties.

When you pass improperly on a two-lane road

Passing in no-passing zones or without sufficient visibility is dangerous and penalized under traffic law.

If you accumulate 12 points on your license

Multiple violations can result in suspension. Completing a defensive driving course may reduce points.

If you drive with a suspended or revoked license

Driving while your license is suspended or revoked is a criminal offense and may lead to additional suspension and court penalties.

When you are convicted of drag racing

Drag racing is treated as a reckless offense and carries serious penalties including fines, points, and license revocation.

If you operate a vehicle improperly on a divided highway

Improper use of median crossovers or illegal driving on divided highways leads to citation and license points.

When you are convicted of DUI causing injury or death

DUI that results in serious bodily injury or death may lead to long-term imprisonment and permanent license loss.

If you do not pay child support then,

The DMV can suspend your license for failure to comply with child support enforcement orders under state law.