Did You Get A Ticket In California? Considering Not Paying? Traffic tickets are issued for a variety of reasons, including parking violations, speeding, running a red light or stop sign, and more. Many people simply pay the fine on their ticket and consider the matter settled. However, paying a ticket is the same as pleading guilty. Is this something you should do? California DMV Point System In California, like many states, a system assigns “points” to your driver’s license each time you are ticketed for a traffic offense. In fact, more serious offenses carry more points. If you receive 4 points in one year, 6 points in two years, or 8 points in 3 years, the State of California considers you a “negligent driver”. At that point, your driver’s license may be…Read More
What Is The DMV Point System In California? Like many other states, California has adopted a “point system” that causes a driver to accumulate points against his or her license for certain driving offenses within a specified period of time. When too many points are accumulated, a loss of license may result. Losing your license can make life exceedingly difficult and may cause you to lose your job or home, and your relationships may suffer. Here’s what you need to know about the DMV point system in California. One Point Offenses One point offenses may include but are not limited to: Improper turn Violations of child safety restraints Failure to yield Speed Violation Disobeying Signals Two Point Offenses Two-point offenses may include but are not limited to: Driving recklessly Hit and run Excessive…Read More