How many demerit points do you need to get in a 12-month period before your driving privilege is suspended or revoked?

• A. 6 points
• B. 9 points
• C. 12 points
• D. 15 points

Answer: (C)

Demerit point thresholds triggering suspension are based on a 12-month look-back. If you accumulate twelve demerit points within any consecutive 12 months, your driving privileges can be suspended or revoked. This rule is designed to address repeated unsafe driving within a year, not just a single violation. Points come from different violations and have varying values, so more frequent or serious violations push you toward the threshold more quickly. Once you hit that 12-point level, you’ll typically receive a notice and may be required to take further steps such as a driver improvement course or face suspension for a period. The other numbers don’t fit the standard yearly rule, which is why twelve points in a year is the correct threshold.