Points stay on your Michigan driver's license record for two years from the date of conviction for a moving violation
. After this two-year period, the points expire and no longer affect your driving record or license status, although the conviction itself may remain visible on your driving history for a longer time
. Key details include:
- Points are added only after a conviction for a moving violation.
- Accumulating points can lead to warnings and potential license suspension:
- 4 points in 2 years: Warning letter from the Secretary of State.
- 8 points: Another warning about possible reexamination.
- 12 points: Possible license suspension and requirement to undergo driver reexamination
- Points cannot be removed early by the Secretary of State or by taking defensive driving courses, although a Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDIC) may prevent points from being added initially if taken within 60 days of the ticket in some cases
- The ticket or violation may remain on your driving record for up to 7 years for insurance or legal purposes, but the points themselves only affect your license for 2 years
In summary, points stay on your Michigan driving record for two years from conviction, influencing license status and insurance rates during that time.
