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How do I get rid of accidents on my driving record?
I have a few accidents on my driving record and my car insurance rates have gone up astronomically as a result. Is there any way to get rid of accidents on my driving record?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Although getting rid of accidents on your driving record isn’t always possible, you might be able to reduce the number of points on your license.
To do so, follow one of these tips:
- Take a safe driver class. In some states, the DMV may lower the amount of points on your license if you complete a four- to 12-hour course. Classes are inexpensive, as well—usually about $40.
- Expunge the accident from your record. Depending on where you live, the state may expunge (remove) an accident from your record if you’ve gone a certain amount of time without anycitations, tickets, or infractions.
- Contest your ticket. If you feel as though you weren’t at fault in any of your accidents, you can contest your ticket, assuming you haven’t already pleaded guilty to whatever ticket you receive. However, hiring a lawyer is advisable. The price for an attorney can range from $500 to $5,000 or more depending on the severity of the incident.
Regardless of whether you can get rid of accidents on your driving record, don’t pay overly inflated car insurance rates. Instead, check out the
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