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PA Point System and Penalties Flashcards

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  1. How many points are added to your PA driving record for passing a stopped school bus?

    Answer: 6 points

    Passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights results in 5 points — wait, actually PennDOT assigns 5 points for this violation.

  2. At what point total does PennDOT require a driver to attend a driver improvement school?

    Answer: 8 points

    When a driver accumulates 6 points for the first time, PennDOT schedules a special point examination; at 11 points a hearing is required, but driver improvement school is triggered at 8 points.

  3. How many points does a conviction for reckless driving add to a PA driving record?

    Answer: 4 points

    Reckless driving in Pennsylvania carries a 4-point assessment on the driver's record.

  4. A driver's license in PA is automatically suspended when points reach which threshold?

    Answer: 11 points

    When a driver accumulates 11 or more points, PennDOT will suspend the driving privilege.

  5. How many points are assessed for a PA conviction of tailgating (following too closely)?

    Answer: 4 points

    Following too closely (tailgating) results in a 3-point violation on a Pennsylvania driving record.

  6. If a driver successfully completes a PennDOT-approved driver improvement program, how many points are removed from the record?

    Answer: 3 points

    Completing an approved driver improvement school removes 3 points from your Pennsylvania driving record.

  7. How many points does PennDOT assign for a conviction of speeding 26–30 mph over the limit?

    Answer: 4 points

    Speeding 26–30 mph over the posted limit carries a 4-point violation in Pennsylvania.