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Points are used by the DMV to evaluate driving records. Everyone starts off with a clean driving

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Points are used by the DMV to evaluate driving records. Everyone starts off with a clean driving record; if you get a traffic ticket you points can go up. Tickets for speeding, parking tickets, not using turn signals, parking in handicapped spots, reckless driving, DUI, DWI, driving on a suspended license, driving without a license or drag racing can all make your points go up. You can receive one point for less severe traffic violations including speeding, running a red light, not using turn signals or getting into an accident that was your fault. You can receive two points for reckless driving, causing injury due to reckless driving, DUI, hit and run, driving in the wrong direction, driving with a suspended or revoked license or …show more content…

Upon completion of traffic school your points will be dismissed and your ticket is considered resolved. Often times traffic school can even be done online. There is a fee for the driving school and it is typically the same amount as the fine. Unfortunately you cannot be considered for traffic school if your violation is a misdemeanor, if it is because of traffic tickets, if it involved any alcohol or drugs, if you must appear in court, if you were driving a commercial vehicle, and if you have a commercial driver’s license. Types of infractions include parking where you aren’t supposed including red zones and handicapped space, running a red light, turning illegally, not stopping at a stop sign, changing lanes with no signal, using the carpool lane with no passengers, no headlights when driving at night, and hitting another vehicle. You can attend traffic school if you hold a valid driver’s license and if you are eligible by the courts to attend driving school you will receive a notice in the mail with the details. If you’ve been have a traffic ticket that is causing your points to go up, causing your insurance company to potentially drop you or causing your license to go suspended you should hire a traffic ticket attorney as soon as possible. As an experienced and knowledgeable traffic ticket attorney, we will help you understand your potential penalties including fines, license suspension, increase in insurance

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