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Has anyone heard anything about Texas going to a points system for Driver's Licenses? I heard they were trying to a few years ago but nothing came of it. Anyways, was chatting to a Constable who came into work to buy stuff and he mentioned something about a points system. :confused:
As of Sept. 1 of last year we've been on the point system.
Sorry, but what is the point system?Quote:
Originally Posted by Treibenschnell
I've quit running for points... I'm now going for the bonus multiplier from running through a crosswalk filled with boy scouts helping the elderly across the street...
I think it's x points per moving violation and after y points, you pay a tax (fine? right...) to keep your license.
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Originally Posted by tailchaser
That may be how it works in Texas, but in most states you begin with X number of points, and each violation citation received and convicted cost you X number of points. When you get to a certain number, your license goes on probation for a year, and if you exceed that number prior to finishing that probation year, your license is suspended... :nutkick:
I've searched up and down the Texas DPS site and I'll be damned if I can find a schedule of points anywhere... I'd like to know what kind of hits I'll take for speed!
It's 9 points for first place, 7 for second, unless you are running on Michelin tires, in which case you have to leave your car in the garage... :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Treibenschnell
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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell
Driver Responsibility Program
Points system
The Driver Responsibility law (in House bill 3588 ) establishes a system that assigns points to moving violations classified as Class C misdemeanors and applies surcharges to offenders, based on the type of offense and the time period in which the citation was received. For each conviction, DPS will assign points to a person’s license as follows:
Points remain on the driver record for a period of three years. Additionally, a conviction that becomes final before September 1, 2003, will not apply to the assessment of points under the program. This program does not replace other administrative suspension, revocations or cancellation actions that result from these same convictions.
- Two points for a moving violation conviction in Texas or that of another state.
- Points will not be assigned for speeding less than 10% over the posted limit or seat belt convictions.
- Three points for a moving violation conviction in Texas or another state that resulted in a vehicle crash.
Driver surcharges
DPS will assess a surcharge when the driver accumulates a total of six points or more on their record during a three-year period. The driver must pay a $100 surcharge for the first six points and $25 for each additional point.
Annual surcharges for certain convictions
Drivers who receive a conviction for DWI or a DWI-related offense, failure to maintain financial responsibility or driving while license invalid will pay an annual surcharge for a period of three years. No points are placed on driver records for these offenses because the fine is automatic on the first offense.
A first-time DWI results in a $1,000 surcharge, paid annually for three years. A second-time DWI results in a $1,500 surcharge, paid annually for three years. The charges are cumulative. For example a driver could pay $1,000 as a result of their first DWI and an additional $1,500 for their second DWI, paying a total of $2,500 annually.
A conviction for driving while license is invalid or failure to maintain financial responsibility results in a surcharge of $250, paid annually for three years. A driver who is convicted of driving without a valid license receives a $100 per year surcharge for three years.
The surcharge assessed for this program is in addition to other reinstatement fees required for other administrative actions.
Driver notification of surcharge and license revocation
DPS will notify the offending driver of the assessment of a surcharge on their license, via first-class mail. The notice will state the surcharge must be paid. Drivers who do not pay their surcharge within 30 days after the notice is sent will have their driving privileges revoked. The license will remain revoked until the person pays all surcharges and related costs, such as service/collection fees.
Who receives money from the surcharges
Each surcharge collected by the department under this law will be remitted to the Comptroller, on a monthly basis. Trauma centers and county and regional emergency medical services will receive 49.5 percent of the collected money, and the Texas Mobility fund will receive 49.5 percent of the collected money. The money that goes to trauma centers will be handled by the Texas Department of Health, while the Texas Department of Transportation will handle money going to the Mobility fund, which funds highway projects, including the TransTexas Corridor. The remaining one percent of the collected money will go to DPS for operation of the Driver Responsibility program. The Driver Responsibility Program was passed into law as part of House bill 3588, article 10. (The text of the law is located at http://www.capitol.state.tx.us, page 152 of the Adobe text version.)
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http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/directo.../pr081903c.htm
Kestrel - Heheeh...
Black Roadster - Okay... it does show points...
Interesting... California had a points system, but the violation wouldn't lead to points if the Judge signed off on the 8 hour traffic class. I don't see anything like that in this one.
It does say per conviction... so there ya go! No points for deferred adjudication or traffic school.Quote:
Originally Posted by Titus
Wow, a lot of replies for one day! Damn, I had no idea that went into effect let alone back in 2003!