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How long does it take to remove points from my driver’s license?
I got points added to my license a few years ago for speeding, and I was wondering how long it is going to take for them to disappear from my record. How long until all of the points on my license are removed?
Sean Boehme · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Driver’s license demerit points can be confusing, so I’m glad you asked. How long it takes to remove points off your license isn’t a simple answer, but here are some details you should know.
Every state has its own system for recording traffic infractions on your driver’s license. Because of this, every state has its own timeline for when points are cleared or
removed from your record
. Just because points no longer count towards your total, that doesn’t necessarily mean they’ve disappeared entirely. Some common reasons that people have points added to their license include:
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Texting and driving
On average, you can expect most of your points to be removed after about three years. This is also usually when insurance companies will stop taking the points into account when they calculate your premiums. In some other states, they’ll disappear as fast as 18 months.
In many cases, your points will only be removed if you have not gained any additional points since the last incident. So if you continuously rack up traffic violations, you can expect your points to add up as well. Keep in mind, too, that points added for more serious charges, such as
DUIs
, may never be removed.If you have one or more violations on your driving record, you might be paying through the roof for car insurance. The car insurance comparison app
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