Common Reasons for License Suspension

1. Failure to Update Documentation: Previously, undocumented individuals could obtain an Arizona driver’s license without a Social Security number. However, changes in the law now require a valid Social Security number for renewal. If an individual fails to provide one, their license may be suspended.
2. Excessive Traffic Violations: Accumulating too many points on your driving record can lead to a suspension.
3. Unpaid Fines or Fees: Unresolved traffic tickets or failure to pay fines may result in a suspended license.
4. DUI Convictions: Being convicted of a DUI or other serious traffic offenses can trigger an automatic suspension.
5. Failure to Appear in Court: If a driver does not respond to a court summons related to a traffic violation, the MVD may suspend their license.

Arizona’s Point System and License Suspension

The Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) operates under a point system to track traffic violations:

• 8 to 12 points within 12 months: Requires Traffic Survival School to avoid suspension.
• 13 to 17 points: Results in a 3-month license suspension.
• 18 to 23 points: Leads to a 6-month suspension.
• 24 or more points within 36 months: Triggers a 1-year suspension.

Mandatory Traffic Survival School

Certain violations require Traffic Survival School (TSS), an 8-hour, in-person course designed to promote safe driving. It is mandatory for offenses such as:

• DUI and Extreme DUI
• Reckless or Aggressive Driving
• Red Light Violations
• Exhibition of Speed

Violation Point System Overview

Below are some common traffic violations and their associated points:

• DUI (Regular, Extreme, or Super Extreme) – 8 points
• Aggressive or Reckless Driving – 8 points
• Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Hit-and-Run) – 6 points
• Failure to Stop (Causing Death or Serious Injury) – 6 or 4 points
• Civil Speeding Violations – 3 points
• Red Light Violations – 2 points + Traffic Survival School
• **General Civil Moving Violations ** – 2 points

What to Do If Your License Is Suspended

If you discover that your license is suspended, take these steps:

1. Check Your Status: Visit the Arizona MVD website or contact the MVD to confirm the reason for the suspension.
2. Resolve the Issue: Pay outstanding fines, complete required courses, or provide necessary documentation.
3. Consult a Lawyer: If you were charged with driving on a suspended license, legal representation can help you navigate the court process and potentially reduce penalties.