Demerit Points
Provincial Offences
When a driver accumulates six or more demerit points, their license is automatically suspended for 60 days. During this time, they will not be allowed to drive. After the suspension period is over, the driver can have their license reinstated if they have completed a Driver Improvement Program. Call us for a free consultation today.
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What are Demerit Points in Ontario
In Ontario, demerit points are assigned to drivers who commit certain driving offenses. These points are used to determine the severity of a driver's behavior and can have serious consequences, including license suspension or revocation.
Examples of offenses that can result in demerit points include speeding, careless driving, and failure to stop at a red light. It's important for drivers to understand the demerit point system in order to avoid accumulating too many points and risking losing their license. So, it's always better to drive carefully and follow the rules to ensure safety on the roads of Ontario.
Avoid Getting Demerit Points
To avoid getting demerit points in Ontario, it's crucial to understand the system that assigns them to drivers who commit certain driving offenses.
Offenses like speeding, careless driving, and failure to stop at a red light can all result in demerit points that could lead to serious consequences, including license suspension or revocation.
To prevent accumulating too many points, it's best to drive carefully and follow the rules of the road. Remember, ensuring safety on Ontario's roads starts with being a responsible driver and avoiding any behavior that could result in demerit points.
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Demerit Points
Some important things you should know about demerit points.
Guide to Demerit Points in Ontario
| Offence | Demerit Points |
|---|---|
| Speeding 15km/h or less | 0 |
| Speeding 16km/h to 29km/h | 3 |
| Speeding 30km/h to 49km/h | 4 |
| Speeding more than 50km/h | 6 |
| Stunt Driving | 7 |
| Racing | 7 |
| Careless Driving | 6 |
| Cell Phone - Distracted Driving | 3 |
| Cross Divided Highway | 3 |
| Drive in Prohibited Lane - HOV Lanes | 3 |
| Drive in High Occupancy Lane | 3 |
| Drive through railway barrier | 3 |
| Disobey Stop Sign | 3 |
| Disobey Red Light | 3 |
| Disobey Sign - Bylaw | 2 |
| Disobey Police Officer | 3 |
| Drive Wrong Way | 3 |
| Offence | Demerit Points |
|---|---|
| Fail to Remain at Accident | 6 |
| Fail to Report Accident | 3 |
| Failing to Yield Right of Way | 3 |
| Fail to Stop for School Bus | 6 |
| Fail to Lower High Beam | 2 |
| Fail to Share Roadway | 2 |
| Fail to Stop for Emergency Vehicles | 3 |
| Failing to Signal | 2 |
| Following too Closely | 2 |
| Improper Passing | 2 |
| Improperly Open Door | 2 |
| Pass off Roadway | 2 |
| Pedestrian Crossover | 2 |
| Proceed Contrary to Sign | 2 |
| Radar Warning Device | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Slow Driving | 2 |
| Turn not in Safety | 2 |
Demerit Points: Explained
Your driver's licence will be suspended if you accumulate enough demerit points.
Demerit Points: Penalty Stages for Class G Drivers
Demerit points remain on your driving record for two years. Insurance companies have access to these records for three years. If you hold a class G driver's license, you are permitted to accumulate eight points. Once you reach nine points, you will receive a letter from the Ministry of Transportation. It will be requesting your attendance at one of their offices for an interview to discuss your driving habits.
Once you reach 15 demerit points, your driver's license will be suspended automatically for 30 days. Thereafter, your driver's license will be suspended for six months each time you accumulate 15 demerit points.
Demerit Points: Penalty Stages for Class G Drivers
Two years is the period during which demerit points remain on your driving record. Three years is the maximum period for which insurance companies can access these records. Upon receiving a ticket worth four demerit points, a class G1 license holder's license will be suspended for 30 days, followed by six months thereafter.
After accumulating nine points, your license will be suspended for 60 days. You must also pay a reinstatement fee if your license is suspended.
Demerit Points: Penalty Stages for Class G2 Drivers
Two years is the period during which demerit points remain on your driving record. Three years is the maximum period for which insurance companies can access these records. Upon receiving a ticket worth four demerit points, a class G2 license holder's license will be suspended for 30 days, followed by six months thereafter.
After accumulating nine points, your license will be suspended for 60 days. You must also pay a reinstatement fee if your license is suspended.
Frequently Asked Questions
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