Chapter 14 of the Missouri Driver's Manual

What is the purpose of Missouri’s point system for drivers?

• To reward safe drivers with lower insurance rates

• To track traffic violations and penalize repeat offenders

• To determine the amount of road tax a driver pays

• To allow drivers to earn points for good behavior

How many points will be added to your driving record for a speeding violation in Missouri?

• 2 to 3 points

• 4 to 5 points

• 6 to 8 points

• 10 points

If you accumulate 8 or more points in 18 months, what may happen to your driving privileges?

• No penalty if you pay a fine

• Your license may be suspended

• You must retake the driving test

• You will receive a warning but keep your license

What happens if you accumulate 12 or more points within 12 months?

• Your license will be suspended for at least 30 days

• You will be required to pay a fine but can continue driving

• You will receive a written warning

• You will have to retake the driving exam

How long do points stay on your Missouri driving record?

• 6 months

• 1 year

• 3 years, with a reduction over time

• They never expire

How can you reduce points on your driving record?

• By requesting an immediate reduction from the DMV

• By completing a state-approved driver improvement program

• By avoiding driving for a year

• By paying a fine to remove points

What happens if you drive while your license is suspended or revoked?

• No penalty as long as you drive safely

• Additional points and possible jail time

Which violation carries the highest number of points in Missouri?

• Speeding

• Running a stop sign

• Driving while intoxicated (DWI) or leaving the scene of an accident

• Not wearing a seatbelt

If your license is revoked due to point accumulation, what must you do to reinstate it?

• Simply wait for the revocation period to end

• Retake the written and driving tests, pay a reinstatement fee, and provide proof of insurance

• Request a waiver from the DMV

• Pay a fine and resume driving

How can you avoid accumulating points on your driving record?

• Drive safely and obey all traffic laws

• Only drive at night to avoid detection

• Dispute every traffic ticket you receive

• Change your license to another state