How does the whole point system work?
For being a good driver, you are awarded one positive point on your driving record for each year, up to a maximum of five points. If you voluntarily attend a DMV-approved driving school, you will receive five positive points. On the contrary, if you have a traffic violation, you are penalized with negative points, depending on the severity of the charge. If you accumulate 12 points in 12 months or 18 points in 24 months, DMV will require you to take a drivers improvement course in order to avoid having your license suspended. If you accumulate 18 points in 12 months or 24 points in 24 months, DMV will automatically suspend your license for 90 days without the opportunity for a restricted license. You will then be placed on driving probation for six months and you will have to take a driving improvement course before getting your license restored.
