{"id":2310,"date":"2026-07-03T07:26:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T07:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/?p=2310"},"modified":"2026-07-22T16:52:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T16:52:20","slug":"driving-record-points-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Driving Record Points"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you live in Texas and recently received a traffic ticket, you may be asking yourself: <strong>How many driving record points do I have? Could my driver&#8217;s license be suspended? And most importantly, how will driving record points affect my <a href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/seguro-de-auto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Texas car insurance<\/a> rates?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn what a <strong>Texas driving record<\/strong> is, how the <strong>driving record points<\/strong> system works, which traffic violations add points to your record, how to check your driving record, and how it can affect your Texas car insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Tabla de contenido<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#What_Is_a_driving_record_points_in_Texas\" >What Is a driving record points in Texas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Does_Texas_still_have_a_points_system\" >Does Texas still have a points system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_did_the_Texas_Point_System_Work_before_2019\" >How did the Texas Point System Work before 2019?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Can_your_license_be_suspended_in_Texas\" >Can your license be suspended in Texas?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_many_points_do_traffic_violations_add\" >How many points do traffic violations add?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_to_check_your_driving_record_points_in_Texas\" >How to check your driving record points in Texas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_long_do_violations_stay_on_your_record\" >How long do violations stay on your record?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_driving_record_points_affect_your_Car_Insurance_in_Texas\" >How driving record points affect your Car Insurance in Texas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Can_your_license_be_suspended_in_Texas-2\" >Can your license be suspended in Texas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_to_improve_or_clean_your_driving_record\" >How to improve or clean your driving record<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Does_Texas_still_use_a_point_system\" >Does Texas still use a point system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#How_many_points_suspend_your_license_in_Texas\" >How many points suspend your license in Texas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Does_Texas_still_use_a_point_system-2\" >Does Texas still use a point system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/driving-record-points-texas\/#Do_you_have_violations_on_your_driving_record\" >Do you have violations on your driving record?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_driving_record_points_in_Texas\"><\/span><strong>What Is a driving record points in Texas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <strong>driving record<\/strong> is your official driving history and includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Traffic tickets and moving violations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reported accidents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>License suspensions or restrictions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your current driver&#8217;s license status.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In Texas, your driving record is maintained by the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dps.texas.gov\/home-page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Texas Department of Public Safety<\/a> (DPS)<\/strong>. Insurance companies review this record before providing a car insurance quote or renewing your policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/driving-record-points-in-Texas.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/driving-record-points-in-Texas.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/driving-record-points-in-Texas-300x156.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Texas_still_have_a_points_system\"><\/span><strong>Does Texas still have a points system?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Texas operated the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dps.texas.gov\/section\/driver-license\/driver-responsibility-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driver Responsibility Program<\/a><\/strong> for several years, but it was repealed in 2019. However, that doesn&#8217;t mean traffic violations no longer affect your driving record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Texas no longer uses a public driver&#8217;s license point system like it once did. Even so, traffic violations continue to appear on your driving record, and insurance companies use their own internal <strong>risk scoring systems<\/strong> to evaluate drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, while the state no longer assigns official driving record points, your car insurance company still considers your driving history when determining your level of risk and calculating your insurance premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_the_Texas_Point_System_Work_before_2019\"><\/span><strong>How did the Texas Point System Work before 2019?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before 2019, Texas used an official point system known as the <strong>Driver Responsibility Program (DRP)<\/strong>, which was in effect from September 1, 2003. Here&#8217;s how the system worked:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each moving traffic violation that did not involve an accident added <strong>2 points<\/strong> to your driving record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each moving violation that resulted in an accident added <strong>3 points<\/strong> to your driving record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you accumulated <strong>6 or more points<\/strong>, you were required to pay an annual <strong>driver responsibility surcharge<\/strong> as long as those points remained on your record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Points stayed on your driving record for <strong>three years<\/strong> from the date of the conviction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>September 1, 2019<\/strong>, the <strong>86th Texas Legislature<\/strong> officially repealed the <strong>Driver Responsibility Program (DRP)<\/strong>. Drivers with outstanding surcharges under the program were still required to pay their existing balances, but driver&#8217;s license suspensions related to the DRP were lifted, and no new surcharges were assessed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since then, Texas has no longer assigned official <strong>driving record points<\/strong> to driver&#8217;s licenses. However, traffic violations still appear on your driving record and can continue to affect your car insurance rates and your insurer&#8217;s assessment of your driving risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_your_license_be_suspended_in_Texas\"><\/span><strong>Can your license be suspended in Texas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Although the <strong>Driver Responsibility Program (DRP)<\/strong> no longer exists, your <strong>Texas driver&#8217;s license<\/strong> can still be suspended if you repeatedly violate traffic laws. You may face a license suspension if you accumulate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>4 or more traffic violations<\/strong> within a <strong>12-month<\/strong> period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>7 or more traffic violations<\/strong> within a <strong>24-month<\/strong> period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, your <strong>Texas driver&#8217;s license<\/strong> may also be suspended for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Driving under the influence (DUI or DWI).<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Driving without auto insurance.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Failing to appear in court.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Failing to pay outstanding traffic fines.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you hold a <strong>Commercial Driver&#8217;s License (CDL)<\/strong>, the rules are even stricter. Accumulating <strong>two serious traffic violations within three years<\/strong> can result in a <strong>60-day CDL suspension<\/strong>, while <strong>three serious violations within three years<\/strong> can lead to a <strong>120-day suspension<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A license suspension becomes part of your <strong>driving record<\/strong> and can significantly increase your Texas car insurance premiums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_points_do_traffic_violations_add\"><\/span><strong>How many points do traffic violations add?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Texas no longer assigns official <strong>driving record points<\/strong>, the <strong>best car insurance companies in Texas<\/strong> still use their own internal risk-rating systems to determine your insurance premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Traffic Violation<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Estimated Impact on Car Insurance Rates<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minor speeding ticket<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Low to Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speeding 20+ mph over the limit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Running a red light<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Driving without insurance<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/dui-en-estados-unidos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DUI en Estados Unidos<\/a> (Driving Under the Influence)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>At-fault accident<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">High<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The percentage increases shown above are general estimates based on insurance industry data. Your actual premium increase may vary depending on the insurance company, your previous driving record, the severity of the violation, and other underwriting factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a <strong>DUI conviction in Texas<\/strong> can increase your car insurance premium by <strong>80% or more<\/strong>, depending on the insurance company, your driving history, and other rating factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/How-to-check-your-driving-record-points-in-Texas.png\" alt=\"How to check your driving record points in Texas\" class=\"wp-image-2577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/How-to-check-your-driving-record-points-in-Texas.png 768w, https:\/\/expertoinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/How-to-check-your-driving-record-points-in-Texas-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_check_your_driving_record_points_in_Texas\"><\/span><strong>How to check your driving record points in Texas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can request your <strong>Texas driving record<\/strong> directly from the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dps.texas.gov\/home-page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Texas Department of Public Safety<\/a> (DPS)<\/strong> through an online request, by mail, or at an authorized service location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available driving record types include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Type 3A Record<\/strong> \u2013 The most comprehensive driving record, commonly used for legal proceedings, employment verification, and other official purposes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basic Driver Record<\/strong> \u2013 Includes general information about your driver&#8217;s license and driving history.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost typically ranges from <strong>$4 to $20<\/strong>, depending on the type of driving record you request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_violations_stay_on_your_record\"><\/span><strong>How long do violations stay on your record?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How long a violation remains on your driving record depends on the type of offense:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Minor traffic violations:<\/strong> Typically <strong>3 to 5 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>At-fault accidents:<\/strong> Up to <strong>5 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DUI convictions:<\/strong> Can remain on your record much longer and may affect your car insurance rates for <strong>7 to 10 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Most insurance companies review your <strong>driving history from the past 3 to 5 years<\/strong> when calculating your Texas car insurance premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_driving_record_points_affect_your_Car_Insurance_in_Texas\"><\/span><strong>How driving record points affect your Car Insurance in Texas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Insurance companies in Texas calculate risk based on several key factors, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your traffic violation history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frequency of accidents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Severity of each incident.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time elapsed since your last violation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Typical impact on car insurance premiums:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>One minor ticket:<\/strong> 10% to 20% increase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two violations within 3 years:<\/strong> 25% to 40% increase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DUI or serious accident:<\/strong> 50% to 100% increase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each insurance company uses its own internal <strong>risk scoring system<\/strong>, so the exact increase can vary depending on the insurer and your overall driving profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_your_license_be_suspended_in_Texas-2\"><\/span><strong>Can your license be suspended in Texas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Although the previous program no longer exists, your driver\u2019s license can still be suspended for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accumulating multiple serious traffic violations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DUI (Driving Under the Influence).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving without insurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failing to appear in court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unpaid traffic fines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A license suspension will appear on your <strong>driving record<\/strong> and can significantly increase your car insurance costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_improve_or_clean_your_driving_record\"><\/span><strong>How to improve or clean your driving record<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you cannot remove valid traffic violations, there are some actions you can take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Take a defensive driving course:<\/strong> In some cases, this may allow you to dismiss a ticket and prevent it from affecting your driving record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contest the ticket:<\/strong> If you believe the violation was issued unfairly, you may challenge it in court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintain a clean driving record:<\/strong> Over time, the impact of violations decreases as they age and no new infractions are added.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Texas_still_use_a_point_system\"><\/span><strong>Does Texas still use a point system?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no official public scoring system, but insurance companies use their own internal <strong>risk assessment systems<\/strong> to evaluate drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_points_suspend_your_license_in_Texas\"><\/span><strong>How many points suspend your license in Texas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, there is no fixed public point system in Texas. However, multiple serious traffic violations can still lead to a driver\u2019s license suspension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Texas_still_use_a_point_system-2\"><\/span><strong>Does Texas still use a point system?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, Texas eliminated its official point system (the <strong>Driver Responsibility Program<\/strong>) in September 2019. Before that, traffic violations added 2 or 3 points depending on whether they resulted in an accident, and accumulating 6 or more points triggered an annual surcharge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, instead of a point system, Texas tracks the number of traffic violations over 12- and 24-month periods to determine whether your driver&#8217;s license may be suspended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_have_violations_on_your_driving_record\"><\/span><strong>Do you have violations on your driving record?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having traffic tickets or accidents doesn\u2019t mean you have to overpay forever. With our Texas car insurance comparison tool, you can get a quote in minutes. 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