How Driver Points Work in West Virginia
How the West Virginia point system works, points for speeding, how long points last, and whether traffic school helps.
Short answer: Yes. Points are assessed for traffic violations by severity, including violations anywhere in the U.S. (using the West Virginia schedule). At 6 points the driver gets a warning letter. Suspensions: 12-13 points = 30 days; WV DMV, Point System
| Point system | Yes. Points are assessed for traffic violations by severity, including violations anywhere in the U.S. (using the West Virginia schedule). At 6 points the driver gets a warning letter. Suspensions: 12-13 points = 30 days; 14-15 = 45 days; 16-17 = 60 days; 18-19 = 90 days; 20 or more = 120 days. Suspensions generally run consecutively, and points earned while suspended add another suspension afterward. Source: WV DMV, Point System |
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| How long points last | Points for an infraction stay on the record for two years from the conviction date; the infraction itself stays on the record for five years. Source: WV DMV, Point System |
| Traffic school | Completing an approved classroom Defensive Driving Course removes 3 points (deducted from the last ticket received before the class). Online courses are not accepted. The course can be used for point reduction once every 12 months and only for points already on the record. If a 30-day suspension (12-13 points) is pending and proof of completion plus the reinstatement fee are submitted before it takes effect, the suspension is rescinded; a suspension for 14 or more points is not affected. The course does not dismiss the ticket. Source: WV DMV, Point System |
Where to get help in West Virginia
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- Reinstating a Driver's License in West Virginia
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FAQ
How does the driver point system work in West Virginia?
Yes. Points are assessed for traffic violations by severity, including violations anywhere in the U.S. (using the West Virginia schedule). At 6 points the driver gets a warning letter. Suspensions: 12-13 points = 30 days; 14-15 = 45 days; 16-17 = 60 days; 18-19 = 90 days; 20 or more = 120 days. Suspensions generally run consecutively, and points earned while suspended add another suspension afterward.
How long do points stay on your license in West Virginia?
Points for an infraction stay on the record for two years from the conviction date; the infraction itself stays on the record for five years.
Can traffic school remove a ticket or points in West Virginia?
Completing an approved classroom Defensive Driving Course removes 3 points (deducted from the last ticket received before the class). Online courses are not accepted. The course can be used for point reduction once every 12 months and only for points already on the record. If a 30-day suspension (12-13 points) is pending and proof of completion plus the reinstatement fee are submitted before it takes effect, the suspension is rescinded; a suspension for 14 or more points is not affected. The course does not dismiss the ticket.
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.