Points per Offense

Most moving infractions that do not cause an accident are assessed one point. Maryland has a comprehensive list of offenses and the points attached to them, but here is a quick overview of the most frequent:

• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs – 12

• Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs – 12

• Unlawful use of your driver’s license – 12

• Loaning or borrowing a driver’s license – 12

• Speeding (9 miles per hour (mph) or less) – 1

• Speeding (10 mph and over) – 2

• Speeding (20 mph or greater over the 65 mph speed limit) – 5

• Speeding (30 mph and over) – 5

• Driving without a license – 5

• Speed contests – 5

• Driving alone with a learners permit – 5

• Driving without proof of insurance – 5

• Reckless driving – 6

• Driving with a suspended license – 3

• Failure to stop at a red light – 2

• Failure to stop for a school bus – 2

• Improper turn – 1

• Clicking off your lights to evade identification – 8

• Failure to yield – 1

For a complete overview and list of the points system, visit the Motor Vehicle Administration Website.