VA DMV VA DMV Driver Improvement and Points System

Question 1

How many demerit points does Virginia assign for speeding 1-9 mph over the posted speed limit?

Accepted Answer

3 points

Answer

2 points

Answer

4 points

Answer

6 points

Question 2

How many demerit points are assigned for reckless driving in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

6 points

Answer

3 points

Answer

4 points

Answer

8 points

Question 3

At how many demerit points accumulated within 12 months will the Virginia DMV send a driver a warning letter?

Accepted Answer

8 points

Answer

6 points

Answer

10 points

Answer

12 points

Question 4

How many safe driving points can a Virginia driver earn per year for having no traffic violations?

Accepted Answer

1 point

Answer

2 points

Answer

3 points

Answer

5 points

Question 5

What is the maximum number of safe driving points a Virginia driver can accumulate?

Accepted Answer

5 points

Answer

3 points

Answer

7 points

Answer

10 points

Question 6

How many demerit points within 12 months triggers a required Driver Improvement Clinic in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

12 points

Answer

8 points

Answer

10 points

Answer

15 points

Question 7

How long do demerit points remain active on a Virginia driving record from the date of the offense?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

1 year

Answer

3 years

Answer

5 years