How long do NSW driver demerit points last?
How long do NSW driver demerit points last?
3-year
Demerit points last for a 3-year period, starting from the date of the offence. The demerit point check shows your 3-year active demerit points plus 4 months. The extra 4 months allows time for offences or delayed appeal proceedings within the 3-year period to be added to your driving record.
What happens after 13 demerit points NSW?
If you have 13-15 points, you will be suspended for three months, 16-19 points will lead to a four-month suspension, and 20 or more points will leave you disqualified for five months. There is a standard three-month suspension period for provisional and learner licence holders.
What happens after good Behaviour licence NSW?
If you accumulate 2 or more demerit points while serving a good behaviour period, your licence will be suspended for double the original suspension period. If the election is not made before the required date, then the licence suspension will be enforced.
What are the demerit points for driving in NSW?
NSW Government Service NSW. As a driver you start with zero demerit points. If you commit an offence that has a demerit point penalty, they are then added to your driving record. If you reach or exceed the maximum demerit points allowable for your licence within a 3-year period, your licence will be suspended, or not renewed.
What happens to my licence after a good behaviour period?
Print, save or email yourself this receipt, and keep it in a safe place until your formal letter of confirmation arrives in the mail within 14 business days. If you accumulate 2 or more demerit points while serving a good behaviour period, your licence will be suspended for double the original suspension period.
How many points do I have on my driving licence?
The limits are: 1 Unrestricted licence: 13 points 2 Professional drivers: 14 points. See Professional drivers for more information 3 Provisional P2 licence: 7 points 4 Provisional P1 licence: 4 points 5 Learner licence: 4 points 6 Unrestricted licence with a good behaviour period: 2 points within the term of the good behaviour period.
Can you elect a good behaviour period in NSW?
Electing the good behaviour option is not available if you hold a provisional or learner licence, or you’re already serving a good behaviour period. To make sure that you have all the information and documentation you need to complete this transaction, please visit Demerit points at the Transport for NSW website.