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New Jersey 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 New Jersey, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like speeding 1-14 miles per hour over the limit. For major violations, like leaving the scene of an accident that involves bodily injury, drivers will get eight points. Driver’s License Points Per Violation in New Jersey Violation Number of Points Assigned Failure to yield to pedestrian 2 Out-of-state moving violation 2 Leaving the scene of accident 2 Careless driving 2 Speeding 1-14 miles per hour over the limit 2 Driving on sidewalk 2 Failure to yield to emergency vehicles 2 Third-offense use of cellphone while driving 3 Improper passing on right 4 Speeding 15 to 29 miles per hour over limit 4 Third-offense driving in unsafe manner 4 Speeding above 30 miles per hour over limit 5 Street racing 5 Reckless driving 5 Leaving the scene of an accident involving bodily injury 8 Other Key Things to Know About Points in New Jersey If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in New Jersey. Driver’s license points in New Jersey expire after 3 years. 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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New Jersey 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 New Jersey, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like speeding 1-14 miles per hour over the limit. For major violations, like leaving the scene of an accident that involves bodily injury, drivers will get eight points.

Driver’s License Points Per Violation in New Jersey

Violation	Number of Points Assigned
Failure to yield to pedestrian	2
Out-of-state moving violation	2
Leaving the scene of accident	2
Careless driving	2
Speeding 1-14 miles per hour over the limit	2
Driving on sidewalk	2
Failure to yield to emergency vehicles	2
Third-offense use of cellphone while driving	3
Improper passing on right	4
Speeding 15 to 29 miles per hour over limit	4
Third-offense driving in unsafe manner	4
Speeding above 30 miles per hour over limit	5
Street racing	5
Reckless driving	5
Leaving the scene of an accident involving bodily injury	8

Other Key Things to Know About Points in New Jersey

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

Driver’s license points in New Jersey expire after 3 years. 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 New Jersey?

Points stay on your license indefinitely in New Jersey, and accumulating more than 12 points will result in a suspended license. However, you can earn point reductions by taking driving courses approved by the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission or by staying violation-free for one year.

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How can I get points off my license in New Jersey?

You can get points off your license in New Jersey by taking an approved driving course. New Jersey allows drivers who fit certain eligibility requirements to complete a driving course in order to remove up to three points from your license. Although your point total will be reduced, the points may still remain on the driver's record. 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 New Jersey?

You can check your driving record in New Jersey by going to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission website and requesting a copy of your driving record. It costs $15 to purchase a copy of your New Jersey driving record online. You will need to provide your user ID number, driver's license number and Social Security number. Some states like Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio allow residents to check their driving record for free.

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