Plain-Language Summary

Pennsylvania law sections 1545 and 1546 outline the procedures for restoring and suspending driving privileges. Section 1545 details how points are added back after license restoration, while section 1546 explains how nonresident driving privileges can be suspended or revoked and communicated to their home state. These provisions ensure proper record-keeping and reciprocity between states regarding driving privileges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your record will show five points, plus any additional points accumulated since your last violation, unless you served an additional suspension period.

Yes, nonresident driving privileges can be suspended or revoked in Pennsylvania for similar reasons as residents, and records are shared with their home state if there's reciprocity.

Yes, the points do not apply if the suspension or revocation was due to failure to respond to a citation or restrictions related to alcohol or drug use.

The department forwards a certified record of the suspension or revocation to the motor vehicle administrator in the nonresident's state if a reciprocity agreement exists.