What is the consequence of receiving 12 points under the Point System?

Receiving 12 points under the Point System in North Carolina can lead to significant consequences, one of the most serious being the potential revocation of the driver's license. The Point System is designed to identify and penalize unsafe driving behaviors. When a driver accumulates 12 points within a three-year period, it indicates a pattern of reckless or irresponsible driving, justifying a stronger enforcement action such as revocation.

The revocation process serves both as a deterrent to the driver and as a means to promote public safety on the roads. A revoked license means the individual cannot legally operate a vehicle until they have met certain requirements and have had their driving privileges restored.

Other options, such as receiving an automatic license extension or being required to attend a defensive driving course, do not occur simply because of reaching 12 points. These alternatives may apply to different circumstances or lesser penalties that do not involve a full revocation, reinforcing that reaching the 12-point threshold is a serious violation warranting stricter consequences.