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Does your driving record clear when you turn 18?
I know that criminal charges against people under 18 are usually expunged or kept sealed on permanent records. I’m 17 and I got a speeding ticket last week, so I wasn’t sure if this applied to traffic violations. Will my driving record clear when I turn 18?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Driving
citations and tickets
do not fall off your record when you turn 18. However, most will fall off your record eventually.The good news is that most tickets fall off your record within three to five years. This includes tickets such as speeding, improper lane usage, or distracted driving. However, serious offenses like reckless driving can stay on your record much longer—in some states, permanently unless you petition for the charge to be removed.
No matter your age, if you get a ticket, your car insurance rates are likely to rise. So if you’re shocked by your new car insurance premium, shop around with the
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