In 2007, 24,994 drivers in Florida got their driver's license suspended because of point accumulation. If you receive a traffic ticket be careful with how you handle it so you do not get your license suspended.

Remember, you do not get points when you receive a traffic ticket. You only get points when you pay a traffic ticket, or are found guilty in Traffic Court. You may be able to avoid points on your driver's license by electing traffic school, or hiring a Florida traffic ticket attorney. If you already have points on your license, an experienced traffic ticket attorney may even be able to help you remove them.

The following is information on points assessed against your driver license if you choose to pay the civil penalty or are adjudicated guilty by a Traffic Judge or Magistrate.

Traffic Violation Points Assessed

Non-Moving violations 0 points

Moving violations (non-speeding, no accident) 3 Points

Speeding 15 m.p.h. or less over the posted speed 3 Points

Speeding more than 15 m.p.h. over posted speed 4 Points

Passing Stopped school bus 4 Points

Moving violation (non-speeding) resulting in a crash 4 Points

Unlawful speed resulting in a crash 6 Points

Reckless driving (criminal traffic violation) 4 Points

Leaving scene of crash with damage (>$50) 6 Points

Littering 3 Points

Violation of child restraint laws 3 Points

Amount of Points Time Period Length of Suspension

12 Points accumulated within 12 Months 30 Days

18 Points accumulated within 18 Months 3 Months

24 Points accumulated within 36 Months 1 Year

Drivers, age 15-17, who receive 6 points will be restricted to a business purposes only license for 12 months or until reaching age 18. Restriction time is increased by 90 days for each additional point if additional points are accumulated.