This section of Pennsylvania law outlines the driver's point system, including notification procedures when points are assigned, how points are removed over time, and the impact of suspensions or violations. It emphasizes that drivers are notified of point assignments and details the process for reducing accumulated points after a period of good driving. The law also clarifies that after reaching zero points, any new points are treated as a fresh accumulation.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation sends a letter to the driver's last known address whenever points are assigned, explaining the details and effects of the point system.
Points are removed at a rate of three points for each 12 consecutive months without violations, suspensions, or revocations, provided the driver maintains a clean record during that period.
Once your points are reduced to zero and maintained for 12 months, any new points will be treated as a new accumulation, resetting the count.
Suspensions and convictions under previous laws may not be counted as prior suspensions for certain legal purposes, depending on specific provisions in the law.