How do Alabama driver's license points work? This question is about Points on Driver’s License

Alabama driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In Alabama, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like speeding up to 25 mph over the limit. For major violations, like reckless driving, drivers will get six points. Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Alabama Violation Number of Points Assigned Speeding of 1 to 25mph over speed limit 2 Unsafe vehicle operation 2 Fail to use turn signal, making an improper turn, coasting 2 Drinking alcohol while operating a vehicle 2 Improper lane 2 Following too closely 3 Disregarding traffic control device (stop sign, traffic light, etc.) 3 Wrong side of the road or illegal passing 4 Passing a stopped school bus 5 Failure to yield right of way 5 Speeding of 26 or more mph over speed limit 5 Reckless driving or reckless endangerment involving operating a motor vehicle 6 Other Key Things to Know About Points in Alabama If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in Alabama. Driver’s license points in Alabama expire after 24 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance. To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.

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Alabama driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In Alabama, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like speeding up to 25 mph over the limit. For major violations, like reckless driving, drivers will get six points.

Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Alabama

Violation	Number of Points Assigned
Speeding of 1 to 25mph over speed limit	2
Unsafe vehicle operation	2
Fail to use turn signal, making an improper turn, coasting	2
Drinking alcohol while operating a vehicle	2
Improper lane	2
Following too closely	3
Disregarding traffic control device (stop sign, traffic light, etc.)	3
Wrong side of the road or illegal passing	4
Passing a stopped school bus	5
Failure to yield right of way	5
Speeding of 26 or more mph over speed limit	5
Reckless driving or reckless endangerment involving operating a motor vehicle	6

Other Key Things to Know About Points in Alabama

If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in Alabama.

Driver’s license points in Alabama expire after 24 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance.

To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.

How long do points stay on your license in Alabama?

Points stay on your license for 2 years in Alabama. After 2 years, points will fall off your driver’s license and will no longer factor into your insurance rates or count toward a license suspension.

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How can I get points off my license in Alabama?

You can get points off your license in Alabama by waiting for them to expire. In Alabama, points stop counting towards a suspension after two years, though the violation remains on record.

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How can I check my driving record in Alabama?

You can check your driving record in Alabama by mailing a request form to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, calling the Driver License Records Unit at 334-242-4241, or visiting an Alabama Reinstatement office. Purchasing a copy of your driving record in Alabama costs $5.75, and you will need to provide your full name, date of birth, and license number or Social Security number. In Alabama, you cannot check your driving record online.

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