Florida points by violation
| Violation | Points |
|---|---|
| Speeding 15 mph or less over the limit | 3 |
| Speeding more than 15 mph over the limit | 4 |
| Running a red light (officer-issued) | 4 |
| Passing a stopped school bus | 4 |
| Reckless driving | 4 |
| Moving violation that causes a crash | 4 |
| Speeding or phone use that causes a crash | 6 |
| Leaving the scene of a crash with over $50 in damage | 6 |
| Any other moving violation | 3 |
| Red-light or school-bus camera ticket | 0 |
Using a phone in a school zone adds 2 more points on top of the moving violation.
When points lead to a suspension
- 12 points within 12 months: Suspension of up to 30 days
- 18 points within 18 months: Suspension of up to 3 months
- 24 points within 36 months: Suspension of up to 1 year
The windows overlap, so two 4-point tickets and a 3-point ticket in a year put you within a single ticket of the first threshold.
Camera tickets are different
Officer-reviewed red-light and school-bus camera notices carry 0 points. An officer who pulls you over for the same thing writes a ticket worth 4 points. Check which one you have before deciding whether the course is worth it.
Frequently asked questions
How many points is a speeding ticket in Florida?
3 points for 15 mph or less over the limit, 4 points for more than 15 mph over, and 6 points if the speeding caused a crash.
How many points before Florida suspends your license?
12 points within 12 months can bring a suspension of up to 30 days, 18 within 18 months up to 3 months, and 24 within 36 months up to one year.
Do red-light camera tickets add points in Florida?
No. Officer-reviewed red-light and school-bus camera notices carry 0 points. A red light ticket written by an officer carries 4.
How do I keep points off my Florida license?
For an eligible noncriminal ticket, elect the 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement course with the clerk within 30 days and finish it by the deadline. Adjudication is withheld and no points are assessed.
Can traffic school remove points I already have?
No. The election works only on the new ticket you elect it for. Points from earlier convictions stay on your record.
Sources
- Florida Statutes s. 322.27 (2025): points and suspensions
- Florida Statutes s. 318.14 (2025): driver improvement election
- FLHSMV: Driver improvement schools
General information, not legal advice. FLHSMV and your clerk of court have the final word on your record.