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

Kentucky 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 Kentucky, drivers accumulate three points for minor violations like speeding 11-15 miles per hour over the limit. For major violations, like speeding 16-25 mph over the limit, drivers will get six points. Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Kentucky Violation Number of Points Assigned Speeding 11-15 mph over the limit 3 Speeding 15 mph or less over the limit 3 Failure to yield 3 Wrong way on one-way street 3 Failure to illuminate headlights 3 Careless driving 3 Texting while driving 3 Reckless driving 4 Driving on wrong side of roadway 4 Changing drivers in a moving vehicle 4 Failure to yield to emergency vehicle 4 Improper passing 5 Speeding 16-25 mph over the limit 6 Failure to stop for school or church bus 6 Other Key Things to Know About Points in Kentucky If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in Kentucky. Driver’s license points in Kentucky expire after. 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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Kentucky 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 Kentucky, drivers accumulate three points for minor violations like speeding 11-15 miles per hour over the limit. For major violations, like speeding 16-25 mph over the limit, drivers will get six points.

Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Kentucky

Violation	Number of Points Assigned
Speeding 11-15 mph over the limit	3
Speeding 15 mph or less over the limit	3
Failure to yield	3
Wrong way on one-way street	3
Failure to illuminate headlights	3
Careless driving	3
Texting while driving	3
Reckless driving	4
Driving on wrong side of roadway	4
Changing drivers in a moving vehicle	4
Failure to yield to emergency vehicle	4
Improper passing	5
Speeding 16-25 mph over the limit	6
Failure to stop for school or church bus	6

Other Key Things to Know About Points in Kentucky

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

Driver’s license points in Kentucky expire after. 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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How long do points stay on your license in Kentucky?

Points stay on your license for 2 years in Kentucky. 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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Accumulating 12 points in 2 years will result in a license suspension in Kentucky. Drivers might also be classified as high-risk to insure and be required to file...

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How can I get points off my license in Kentucky?

You can get points off your license in Kentucky by taking an approved driving course. Kentucky allows drivers who fit certain eligibility requirements to complete a driving course in order to remove the points from one violation. Before the driver can enroll in a course, they must first receive a traffic school enrollment letter from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Driving courses that reduce your license points might also be called traffic school or defensive driving classes.

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How can I check my driving record in Kentucky?

You can check your driving record in Kentucky by going to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet website and requesting a copy of your driving record. It costs $3 plus a $2.50 electronic access fee to purchase a copy of your Kentucky driving record online, and you will need to create an online account.

Some states like Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio allow residents to check their driving record for free.

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