McKayla Girardin, Car Insurance Writer
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Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like obstructing traffic. For major violations, like reckless driving, drivers will get six points.
Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Wisconsin
| Violation | Number of Points Assigned |
| Obstructing traffic | 2 |
| Failure to signal | 3 |
| Driving with a suspended or revoked license | 3 |
| Tailgating | 3 |
| Speeding 1-10 miles per hour over the limit | 3 |
| Speeding 11-19 miles per hour over the limit | 4 |
| Unnecessary acceleration | 4 |
| Inattentive driving | 4 |
| Failure to yield to emergency vehicles | 4 |
| Failure to stop for school bus | 4 |
| Speeding more than 20 miles per hour over the limit | 6 |
| Failure to stop for accident | 6 |
| DUI | 6 |
| Racing | 6 |
| Reckless driving | 6 |
| Failure to stop for accident | 6 |
Other Key Things to Know About Points in Wisconsin
If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will not be added to your driving record in Wisconsin.
Driver’s license points in Wisconsin expire after 12 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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How long do points stay on your license in Wisconsin?
Points stay on your license for 2 years in Wisconsin. 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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You can check your driving record in Wisconsin by going to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation website and requesting a copy. It costs $5 plus a 2% convenience fee for credit or debit cards, and you will need to provide your driver's license number and/or Social Security number, gender, and date of birth.
How to Check Your Driving Record in Wisconsin
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