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How long do tickets stay on a driving record in Texas?
I just got my first speeding ticket and I’m really worried that my insurance premium will go up. If it does, I hope it will go back down once the ticket is removed. How long does a ticket stay on a driver’s record in Texas?
Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sorry to hear about your speeding ticket! Tickets stay on a driving record for three years in Texas. The three years start after your conviction.
Also, the points associated with the infraction will remain for three years.
To improve your driving record in Texas, you can do the following:
- Go to an accredited traffic school. First, do some research to see which are approved by the state.
- Avoid any additional traffic infractions for several years.
- Complete a defensive driving course.
However, you don’t have to pay astronomical
Texas car insurance rates
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