How Driver Points Work in Minnesota
How the Minnesota point system works, points for speeding, how long points last, and whether traffic school helps.
Short answer: Minnesota's official driver materials do not describe a point system. Instead, DVS can suspend a license for repeated violations; Minnesota DPS, Driver compliance limited license; Minnesota Driver's Manual ch. 7
| Point system | Minnesota's official driver materials do not describe a point system. Instead, DVS can suspend a license for repeated violations; DPS lists 'habitual violations' (four or five violations in 12 months, or five or more in 24 months) as grounds for suspension. No official page was found that expressly states 'Minnesota has no point system.' |
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| Points for speeding | No points are assigned. By law, DVS does not keep on a driver's record a conviction for speeding in a 55 mph zone unless it was more than 10 mph over, or in a 60 mph zone unless it was more than 5 mph over. This exception does not apply to commercial vehicles or CDL holders. Source: Minn. Stat. § 171.12, subd. 6 |
| Traffic school | No statewide traffic school that removes points was found. In Hennepin County, a Hearing Officer may offer options such as a continuance for dismissal with payment of prosecution costs, community work service, or a driving class to pay off a fine, depending on the case and violation history. This describes one county's practice; options vary by county. |
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FAQ
How does the driver point system work in Minnesota?
Minnesota's official driver materials do not describe a point system. Instead, DVS can suspend a license for repeated violations; DPS lists 'habitual violations' (four or five violations in 12 months, or five or more in 24 months) as grounds for suspension.
How many points is a speeding ticket in Minnesota?
No points are assigned. By law, DVS does not keep on a driver's record a conviction for speeding in a 55 mph zone unless it was more than 10 mph over, or in a 60 mph zone unless it was more than 5 mph over. This exception does not apply to commercial vehicles or CDL holders.
Can traffic school remove a ticket or points in Minnesota?
No statewide traffic school that removes points was found. In Hennepin County, a Hearing Officer may offer options such as a continuance for dismissal with payment of prosecution costs, community work service, or a driving class to pay off a fine, depending on the case and violation history.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.