ME DMV Traffic Violations and Penalties 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many points does a reckless driving conviction add to a Maine driving record?
- 4 points
- 6 points
- 8 points (Correct answer)
- 10 points
Correct answer: 8 points
Reckless driving adds 8 points to a Maine driver's record, reflecting the severity of the offense.
Question 2: In Maine, what is the fine range for a basic speeding violation?
- $25–$100
- $50–$500 (Correct answer)
- $100–$1,000
- $250–$2,500
Correct answer: $50–$500
Basic speeding fines in Maine typically range from $50 to $500 depending on the severity.
Question 3: What additional penalty can a Maine judge impose on a driver convicted of OUI who had a passenger under 21 in the vehicle?
- No additional penalty
- Double the minimum fine (Correct answer)
- Mandatory ignition interlock device for 2 years
- Permanent license revocation
Correct answer: Double the minimum fine
Having a passenger under 21 in the vehicle during an OUI can result in double the minimum fine.
Question 4: How long must a Maine OUI offender with a BAC of 0.15% or higher use an ignition interlock device after license reinstatement?
- No interlock required
- 6 months
- 1 year (Correct answer)
- 2 years
Correct answer: 1 year
A first-offense OUI with BAC of 0.15% or higher requires an ignition interlock device for at least 1 year.
Question 5: What is the point value for a Maine driver who fails to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
- 2 points
- 4 points
- 6 points (Correct answer)
- 8 points
Correct answer: 6 points
Failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights adds 6 points to a Maine driving record.
Question 6: Under Maine law, what is the penalty for leaving the scene of an accident involving only property damage?
- No penalty if damage is minor
- A traffic infraction fine only
- A Class E crime with possible license suspension (Correct answer)
- A Class B felony
Correct answer: A Class E crime with possible license suspension
Leaving the scene of a property-damage accident in Maine is a Class E crime and can result in license suspension.
Question 7: In Maine, how long can a habitual offender's license be revoked?
- 6 months
- 1 year
- Up to 4 years (Correct answer)
- Permanently
Correct answer: Up to 4 years
Maine can revoke a habitual offender's license for up to 4 years depending on their violation history.
ME DMV Traffic Violations and Penalties 3
How many points does a reckless driving conviction add to a Maine driving record?