Reader’s Question:

How many years does crashes stay on my DMV record?

Jenny

Thank you for asking Jenny.

The amount of time that an accident stay on your driving record depends upon the state in which you are licensed and reside in. Every state has its own laws and guidelines regarding the amount of time accidents and moving violations stay on the individual’s motor vehicle record, so check with your state’s Department of Motor Vehicle.

The Texas Department of Public Safety for instance keeps traffic violations and accidents on a driver’s record for a period of 5 years, with the exception of major offenses such as DUI and no liability insurance which stay indefinitely.

All TX accidents that are investigated by a police officer are recorded on the person’s driving record. The record does not show fault but shows the date and location of the crash.

Goodluck!

MariCAR

Reader’s Question:

I just want to know how how points are assigned to DMV driving record and how long does it stay there?

Danna

Thank you for asking Danna.

Every state has points system in which they assign points to a individual’s driver’s license and record when they are convicted of a traffic violation. However, not all states have a points system for violations. States vary regarding the points assigned on each violations.

The following are some of the moving violations where points are assigned:

* Reckless driving
* speeding
* Leaving the scene of an accident
* Passing a stopped school bus
* DUI
* Improper passing
* Failure to stop or yield

The amount of time for the points to remain on a driver’s record depends upon the state’s laws. Some states allow points to “fall off” after a certain amount of time while others leave the points on there indefinitely.

To get more information regarding your specific state’s points system and what violations have points assigned to them, you may check with your local Department of Motor Vehicles.

Goodluck!

MariCAR

Reader’s Question:

I just want to know how long does the DMV requires me to carry the sr22 after conviction of DUI? I live in VA.

Dan

Thank you for asking Dan.

In Virginia, the time one must carry a SR-22 may vary in but usually it must be held for 3 years after a DUI/DWI convictions.

According to the VA Department of Motor Vehicles site when three years have elapsed from the effective date of the suspension or revocation, the DMV relieves the owner of the vehicle of the requirement of furnishing proof of financial responsibility or sr22. To verify this information regarding your specific case you may contact the contact the VA DMV.

I most states, being convicted of driving while intoxicated, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs or driving while intoxicated and maiming are all kept on your driving record for 11 years.

Goodluck!

MariCAR