Ohio License Points Lookup
Enter your point total to see where it sits against Ohio's levels, how long points count, and whether a course can help, from Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Ohio law. Runs in your browser; nothing is stored.
Official sources checked on October 21, 2026.
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Ohio
In Ohio the court assesses points for moving violation convictions, and 12 points within two years results in a six-month driver license suspension.
Ohio BMV form 3344: General Information on the Ohio Driver Abstract
Other consequences
Driving during a twelve-point suspension is a first-degree misdemeanor with a minimum of three days in jail.
Other consequences
When two or more offenses arise from the same facts, points are charged only for the offense carrying the most points.
Other consequences
For a driver with a probationary license, restricted license or temporary instruction permit, the registrar suspends the license or permit after two separate convictions for listed moving violations committed before age 18 (a class E suspension), and after three (a class C suspension). A court may grant limited driving privileges or, in some cases, waive the suspension.
How long points count
Points count toward a suspension within a two-year period. Violation convictions stay on the BMV record for 36 months from the conviction date.
Point reduction or driver improvement
A person with at least two but fewer than twelve points can complete an approved remedial driving course and apply for a two-point credit, once in any three-year period and no more than five times in a lifetime. A course completed under a judge's order earns no credit.
Check your official record
Ohio BMV: Types of BMV Records
A view-only unofficial two-year record, or a three-year driving record abstract by mail with form BMV 1173 and a $5.00 fee, or at a deputy registrar license agency (fee as stated on the BMV page).
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How Ohio license points work
In Ohio the court assesses points for moving violation convictions, and 12 points within two years results in a six-month driver license suspension. (Ohio BMV form 3344: General Information on the Ohio Driver Abstract)
The rule is set in Ohio Revised Code 4510.037.
Ohio point levels
- 6 points: warning letter from the BMV listing the violations and the suspension rules (sent when points exceed five) (Ohio Revised Code 4510.037)
- 12 points within 2 years: class D suspension of six months, with reinstatement requirements (the two years run from the date of the first conviction in the period) (Ohio BMV form 3344)
Points for common violations in Ohio
| Violation | Points |
|---|---|
| Speeding 30 mph or more over the limit | 4 |
| Speeding more than 10 mph over a limit of 55 mph or more | 2 |
| Speeding more than 5 mph over a limit under 55 mph | 2 |
| Speeding below those amounts | 0 |
| OVI (operating under the influence, R.C. 4511.19(A)) | 6 |
| Reckless operation (willful or wanton disregard of safety) | 4 |
| Fleeing or eluding a law enforcement officer | 6 |
| Street racing, stunt driving or street takeover | 6 |
| Driving under a suspended license | 2 |
| All other moving violations | 2 |
The full schedule is in Ohio Revised Code 4510.036 (point schedule).
How long points count in Ohio
Points count toward a suspension within a two-year period. Violation convictions stay on the BMV record for 36 months from the conviction date. (Ohio BMV form 3344)
Point reduction and driver improvement in Ohio
A person with at least two but fewer than twelve points can complete an approved remedial driving course and apply for a two-point credit, once in any three-year period and no more than five times in a lifetime. A course completed under a judge's order earns no credit. (Ohio Revised Code 4510.037)
Other consequences
- Driving during a twelve-point suspension is a first-degree misdemeanor with a minimum of three days in jail. (Ohio Revised Code 4510.037)
- When two or more offenses arise from the same facts, points are charged only for the offense carrying the most points. (Ohio Revised Code 4510.036)
- For a driver with a probationary license, restricted license or temporary instruction permit, the registrar suspends the license or permit after two separate convictions for listed moving violations committed before age 18 (a class E suspension), and after three (a class C suspension). A court may grant limited driving privileges or, in some cases, waive the suspension. (Ohio Rev. Code 4510.31)
What this page does not do
- It does not read your driving record. Only Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles can confirm your current total.
- It does not predict a suspension: levels count only convictions inside each window, and the agency decides.
- It does not cover commercial (CDL) disqualifications or DUI suspensions, which follow separate rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points before your license is suspended or revoked in Ohio?
Ohio's first level for an adult license is 12 points within 2 years: class D suspension of six months, with reinstatement requirements (the two years run from the date of the first conviction in the period).
How long do points stay on your license in Ohio?
Points count toward a suspension within a two-year period. Violation convictions stay on the BMV record for 36 months from the conviction date.
Can you remove points from your license in Ohio?
A person with at least two but fewer than twelve points can complete an approved remedial driving course and apply for a two-point credit, once in any three-year period and no more than five times in a lifetime. A course completed under a judge's order earns no credit.
How do I check my driving record in Ohio?
Request it from Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles: Ohio BMV: Types of BMV Records. A view-only unofficial two-year record, or a three-year driving record abstract by mail with form BMV 1173 and a $5.00 fee, or at a deputy registrar license agency (fee as stated on the BMV page).
Sources
- Ohio Revised Code 4510.037
- Ohio BMV form 3344: General Information on the Ohio Driver Abstract
- Ohio Revised Code 4510.036 (point schedule)
- Ohio BMV: Types of BMV Records
- Ohio Rev. Code 4510.31
Official sources checked on October 21, 2026. General information, not legal advice.
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