The points system for traffic offenses
How does the points system work?
Any conviction for a traffic offense, including payment of a fine, which is deemed an admission, accumulates points according to the severity of the offense: 2 to 10 points per offense. The points are recorded in the Licensing Authority database, and when they accumulate, graduated corrective measures are imposed: 12 to 22 points, a basic preventive driving course; 24 to 34 points, an additional designated course; 36 points and above, license disqualification for 3 months and a renewed theory test; and 72 points and above, disqualification for 9 months and medical examinations at the Medical Institute for Road Safety.
The mistake everyone makes: paying the fine
Drivers pay tickets "to get it over with," without understanding that they have also paid in points: the payment is a conviction, and the points are assessed automatically. A driver with existing accumulated points, and especially a professional driver, must check before any payment what the cumulative meaning is: sometimes it is specifically right to stand trial even over a "minor" ticket, in order to amend the offense section or avoid points that would trigger disqualification.
How long do the points remain "alive"?
As a rule, points are deleted after two years from the date the offense was committed, but if 22 points or more have been accumulated, the accumulation period is extended to 4 years. Drivers thus discover that "old" points are still counted. It is possible and advisable to check the exact points status with the Licensing Authority before any decision.
Representation in points and disqualification proceedings
Advocate Israel Arama represents drivers in hearings and appeals before the Licensing Authority, in points-based disqualification proceedings, and in traffic courts, with an emphasis on professional drivers whose livelihood depends on their license. Before paying the next ticket, contact us for a review.
How does the points system work?
Any conviction for a traffic offense, including payment of a fine, which is deemed an admission, accumulates points according to the severity of the offense: 2 to 10 points per offense. The points are recorded in the Licensing Authority database, and when they accumulate, graduated corrective measures are imposed: 12 to 22 points, a basic preventive driving course; 24 to 34 points, an additional designated course; 36 points and above, license disqualification for 3 months and a renewed theory test; and 72 points and above, disqualification for 9 months and medical examinations at the Medical Institute for Road Safety.
The mistake everyone makes: paying the fine — what is important to know?
Drivers pay tickets "to get it over with," without understanding that they have also paid in points: the payment is a conviction, and the points are assessed automatically. A driver with existing accumulated points, and especially a professional driver, must check before any payment what the cumulative meaning is: sometimes it is specifically right to stand trial even over a "minor" ticket, in order to amend the offense section or avoid points that would trigger disqualification.
How long do the points remain "alive"?
As a rule, points are deleted after two years from the date the offense was committed, but if 22 points or more have been accumulated, the accumulation period is extended to 4 years. Drivers thus discover that "old" points are still counted. It is possible and advisable to check the exact points status with the Licensing Authority before any decision.
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