Traffic - How many points will suspend my license?

In Colorado it depends on your age group and the period of time in which the points were accrued. Below is a helpful chart to determine whether you are facing a suspension. (Points for drivers with a chauffeur license or a Commercial License are different.)

Age Group                         12 month                     24 month         Period of License
Minor Driver (16-17)          6 points                                                      7 points

Minor (18-20)                      9 points                       12 points              14 points

Adult (21 and over)            12 points                      18 points

If you accumulate enough points to put you over the limit for your age group and time period the DMV will suspend your driver's license. If you are subject to a suspension you are entitled to a DMV hearing. Not all license suspensions are of the same duration. The maximum term is one year (based on excessive points), but a hearing officer has discretion on the length and type of suspension. For example, in many cases you may be able to obtain a restricted license (also known as a Red license) that allows a driver to have limited driving privileges such as to and from work, school, doctor's appointments etc.

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