Understanding how the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) point system works, suspension thresholds, and how points affect your driving record.
Florida uses a points system to track traffic violations and at-fault accidents on your driving record. Points are assigned based on the severity of the violation, and accumulating too many points within specific timeframes can result in license suspension.
| Violation | Points |
|---|---|
| Speeding (1-15 mph over) | 3 |
| Speeding (16+ mph over) | 4 |
| Careless driving | 3 |
| Reckless driving | 4 |
| Leaving accident scene | 6 |
| DUI conviction | 6 |
| Passing stopped school bus | 4 |
| Moving violation in work zone | Double points |
Source: Florida DHSMV Points and Suspensions
In Florida, points remain on your driving record and count toward suspension for specific periods depending on the violation. However, the exact retention periods vary by violation type. Contact the Florida DHSMV for specific retention information for your violations.
Florida drivers may be eligible to reduce points by completing a Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course. Successfully completing an approved course can reduce up to 5 points once per year, but no more than 5 times in a lifetime.
Completing a state-approved BDI course can help you:
Source: Florida DHSMV
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