• DMV Point System in Illinois

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    Each time you are convicted of a moving violation, points will be added to your driving record according to Illinois' point system. The number of points varies according to the offense, and Illinois is relatively unique in assigning points for going too slow.

    You face suspension or revocation of your driver's license if you amass too many traffic violations in one year. The length of time you lose your license will depend on how many points you've accumulated.

    If you have had your license suspended or revoked before, the courts can increase the length of time you lose your driving privileges if you collect three traffic convictions in one year.

    Points

    The Illinois Administrative Code, Title 92, part 1040.20(c) gives the following point assignments for these offenses:

    • Reckless driving―55 points
    • Squealing or screeching of tires―10 points
    • Driving too fast for conditions―10 points
    • Driving over the speed limit:
    • 1 to 10mph over―5 points
    • 11 to 14mph over―15 points
    • 15 to 25mph over―20 points
    • More than 25mph over―50 points
    • Exceeding the maximum speed limit in a school zone―20 points
    • Driving below the minimum speed limit―5 points
    • Driving below the minimum speed limit on an Illinois tollway―20 points
    • Not driving in the right-hand lane when proceeding at less than the normal speed of traffic―20 points
    • Exceeding the maximum speed limit on a bridge or elevated structure―10 points

    This list only gives a few examples; a very comprehensive rundown of all possible offenses and points is given in the Illinois Offense Table.

    Penalties

    Three convictions for traffic violations within a 12-month period can result in the revocation or suspension of your driving privilege. How long this revocation or suspension lasts depends on the number of points you have accumulated against your license.

    First-Time Suspension

    If you have not had your license suspended or revoked for the past seven years, these penalties apply:

    • 0 to 14 points―no action
    • 15 to 44 points―2-month suspension
    • 45 to 74 points―3-month suspension
    • 75 to 89 points―6-month suspension
    • 90 to 99 points―9-month suspension
    • 100 to 109 points―12-month suspension
    • 110 or more points―12-month revocation

    Repeat Offenders

    If your license has been suspended or revoked in the past seven years, the penalties this time around are harsher:

    • 0 to 14 points―no action
    • 15 to 44 points―4-month suspension
    • 45 to 74 points―6-month suspension
    • 75 to 109 points―12-month suspension
    • 110 or more points―12-month revocation

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