Each driving offense carries a point value. PennDOT begins imposing penalties after 6 points have been accumulated. Your insurance company will raise your rates based on the accumulation of these points.
Here are some examples of traffic ticket points:
—Careless Driving: 3
—Exceeding 6-10 mph over maximum speed limit: 2
—Exceeding 11-15 mph over maximum speed limit: 3
—Exceeding 16-25 mph over maximum speed limit: 4
—Exceeding 26-30 mph over maximum speed limit: 5
—Exceeding 31 mph over maximum speed limit: 5
—Exceeding the speed limit in a school zone: 3
—Failure to comply with crossing gate or barrier: 4
—Failure to obey policeman or authorized person: 2
—Failure to obey a signal indicating approach of train: 2
—Failure to stop for a flashing red light: 3
—Failure to stop for a red light: 3
—Failure to stop for stop sign: 3
—Failure to yield at yield sign: 3
—Failure to yield to oncoming driver when making left turn: 3
—Following too closely: 3
—Improper passing: 3 – 4
—Improper turning around: 3
If you have received a traffic ticket, Sharif Abaza can help you keep your license and minimize points. Call 215-525-4287 for a FREE consultation and evaluation of your case.
