How Driver Points Work in New Hampshire
How the New Hampshire point system works, points for speeding, how long points last, and whether traffic school helps.
Short answer: New Hampshire uses a demerit point system counted by calendar year (using the violation date). Drivers 21 and older face suspension of up to 3 months for 12 points in one calendar year, up to 6 months for 18 points in 2 consecutive calendar years, and up to 1 year for 24 points in 3… N.H. Admin. Rules, Saf-C 212.02
| Point system | New Hampshire uses a demerit point system counted by calendar year (using the violation date). Drivers 21 and older face suspension of up to 3 months for 12 points in one calendar year, up to 6 months for 18 points in 2 consecutive calendar years, and up to 1 year for 24 points in 3 consecutive calendar years. Drivers 18 to under 21: 9, 15 and 21 points. Drivers under 18: 6, 12 and 18 points. If one incident leads to several convictions, points are assessed for only the highest-value offense. Out-of-state convictions are also assessed points. Source: N.H. Admin. Rules, Saf-C 212.02 |
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| Points for speeding | Speeding less than 25 mph over the posted limit is 3 points; speeding 25 mph or more over the posted limit is 4 points. |
| How long points last | Suspension thresholds are measured over one, two or three consecutive calendar years, based on the violation date. Source: N.H. Admin. Rules, Saf-C 212.02 |
| Traffic school | A driver with at least 3 points can have the most recent point total reduced by 3 points, for suspension purposes only, by completing an approved driver improvement course (at least 6 hours) or a driver attitude course within the period for which the points are being assessed. The points remain on the record; the ticket is not dismissed. |
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FAQ
How does the driver point system work in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire uses a demerit point system counted by calendar year (using the violation date). Drivers 21 and older face suspension of up to 3 months for 12 points in one calendar year, up to 6 months for 18 points in 2 consecutive calendar years, and up to 1 year for 24 points in 3 consecutive calendar years. Drivers 18 to under 21: 9, 15 and 21 points. Drivers under 18: 6, 12 and 18 points. If one incident leads to several convictions, points are assessed for only the highest-value offense. Out-of-state convictions are also assessed points.
How many points is a speeding ticket in New Hampshire?
Speeding less than 25 mph over the posted limit is 3 points; speeding 25 mph or more over the posted limit is 4 points.
How long do points stay on your license in New Hampshire?
Suspension thresholds are measured over one, two or three consecutive calendar years, based on the violation date.
Can traffic school remove a ticket or points in New Hampshire?
A driver with at least 3 points can have the most recent point total reduced by 3 points, for suspension purposes only, by completing an approved driver improvement course (at least 6 hours) or a driver attitude course within the period for which the points are being assessed. The points remain on the record; the ticket is not dismissed.
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.