How Many Points Is My Ticket?: The New Jersey Driver's License Point System

One of the most common questions we are asked when a New Jersey driver receives a ticket is, "How many points can I get assessed on my license for my ticket?" Below is a list of the most common moving violations in New Jersey and the points assessed by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission if you are found guilty of the offense:

N.J.S.A. 39:3-20 (Operating a construction vehicle over 45 mph): 3 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-14.3 (Operating a motorized bicycle on a restricted highway): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-14.3d (Having more than 1 person on a motorized bicycle): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-35 (Failure to yield to a pedestrian in the crosswalk: 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-36 (Failure to yield to a pedestrian in the crosswalk; passing a vehicle that is yielding to a pedestrian in the crosswalk: 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-41 (Driving through a safety zone): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-52 (Racing on a highway): 5 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-55 (Improper action or omission on steep grades, mountain highways and curves): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-57 (Failure to observe the direction of an officer): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-66 (Improper action or omission when emerging from an alley, driveway, garage, private road or driveway): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-66.1 (Failure to yield to pedestrians or vehicles while entering or leaving a highway): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-66.2 (Driving on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-71 (Driving on a sidewalk): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-80 (Failure to obey direction of officer on a highway): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-81 (Failure to observe traffic signals): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-82 (Failure to keep right): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-82.1 (Improper operation of a vehicle on a divided highway or divider): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-83 (Failure to keep right at an intersection): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-84 (Failure to pass to the right of a vehicle proceeding in opposite direction): 5 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-85 (Improper passing on right or off roadway): 4 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-85.1 (Driving the wrong way on a one-way street): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-86 (Improper passing in a no passing zone): 4 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-87 (Failure to yield to a passing vehicle): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-88 (Failure to observe traffic lanes): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-89 (Tailgating): 5 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-90 (Failure to yield the right of way at an intersection): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-90.1 (Failure to use proper entrances to limited access highways): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-91 (Failure to yield to emergency vehicles): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-92 (Failure to stop or move to the right for emergency vehicles): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-96 (Reckless driving): 5 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-97 (Careless driving): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-97a (Destruction of agricultural or recreational property): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-97.1 (Blocking traffic by driving at a slow speed): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-97.2 (Driving in an unsafe manner (points only for third or subsequent offense within five years of most recent 39:4-97.2 conviction)): 4 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-98 (Driving 1-14 mph over the speed limit): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-98 (Driving 15-29 mph over the speed limit): 4 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-98 (Driving 30 mph or more over the speed limit): 5 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-105 (Failure to stop for traffic light): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-115 (Improper turn at a traffic light): 3 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-119 (Failure to stop at a flashing red signal): 2 points

N.J.S.A. 39:4-122 (Failure to stop for a police whistle): 2 points

At The Cintron Firm, we have represented numerous individuals in New Jersey Municipal Courts to aggressively fight motor vehicle violations or reach a reasonable plea agreement that will result in little or no points on your license. If you were issued a ticket that could result in points on your license, please feel free to contact The Cintron Firm below.

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