DMV.com - your advisor for Washington DC DMV issues (not from Washington DC? Select another state)

Fight your traffic ticket now!

  • Get MATCHED to a Local Lawyer
  • Speeding, DUI/DWI, Reckless Driving
  • NO Credit Card Collected

Washington DC Department of Motor Vehicles Point System

Submitted by deniz on Tue, 12/02/2008 - 03:05

Violating Washington DC driving and traffic laws can result in fines, the suspension of your driving privileges, and even imprisonment. The Washington DC Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) uses a point system to track violations and their corresponding penalties. Points are added to your driving record if you receive a traffic ticket for moving violations.

Charged with a DUI? Need to speak with a local DUI attorney?

Fight the charge with a local attorney that specializes in DUI charges. Make sure that you get the justice you deserve by consulting with the right lawyer. To connect with a DUI / DWI lawyer, simply fill out the free form below and we'll place you with the right lawyer

Contact information
Do either of the following apply?
Select all tickets that apply:

[edit] MOVING VIOLATIONS AND POINTS

Different violations are assigned different point values, which are added to your driving record. For instance, tailgating or operating a vehicle with improper license each carry two points. Five-point offences include operating a vehicle with a learner's permit unaccompanied by a licensed driver or failure to give pedestrians right-of-way. The number of points assessed for different speeding violations are as follows:

Exceeding the maximum speed limit by 11-15 mph:3 points

Exceeding the maximum speed limit by 16-20 mph:4 points

Exceeding the maximum speed limit by 21 mph or more: 5 points

View the complete Point Schedule to learn about the number of points associated with each type of moving violation.

[edit] PENALTIES

You will be subject to specific penalties if you accumulate a certain number of points on your driving license:

  1. You will have your license suspended if you accumulate 10 points on your current driving record and will be unable to drive for 90 days.
  2. You will have your license revoked if you accumulate 12 points or more on your current driving record and will be unable to drive until DMV reinstates the license (at least 6 months after revocation).
  3. Accumulating points on your driving license is also likely to increase your auto insurance rates. See our auto insurance section for more information about obtaining quality car insurance at competitive rates.

[edit] HOW TO CLEAR YOUR DRIVING RECORD

The Washington DC DMV maintains a record of all the points added to your driving license. However, there are a number of ways in which you can remove points from your current driving record.
  1. If you remain violation or suspension-free and maintain the validity of your DC driver's license for one year, you can get one good point which will either be maintained or deducted as per your current driving record. Unused safe driving points will expire in 5 years.
  2. Taking a Defensive Driving Course enables you to deduct points from your current driving record, and may also qualify you for a reduction in your car insurance rates.

[edit] HOW TO DISPUTE A MOVING VIOLATION CHARGE

If you believe you have been incorrectly charged with committing a moving violation, you may be able to fight the charge in court. See Traffic Tickets and Traffic Ticket Attorneys for more information.

[edit] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION