Missouri permit test: laws, points & insurance

Points systems, suspensions, insurance, registration and other legal duties. 10 questions.

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In Missouri, how many points in 12 months will trigger a point accumulation advisory letter?

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Sample laws, points & insurance questions

  1. In Missouri, how many points in 12 months will trigger a point accumulation advisory letter?

    • A 2 points
    • B 8 points
    • C 6 points
    • D 4 points
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    D. 4 points

    If you collect 4 points in 12 months, the Department sends a point accumulation advisory. It is a warning that you are on track toward a suspension if more points follow.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, page 75

  2. How many points within 18 months will cause Missouri to suspend your driving privilege?

    • A 4 or more
    • B 12 or more
    • C 8 or more
    • D 6 or more
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    C. 8 or more

    Reaching 8 or more points within 18 months results in a suspension. The first suspension lasts 30 days, the second 60 days, and the third or later 90 days.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, page 75

  3. Which point total will get your Missouri driving privilege revoked for one year?

    • A 8 or more points in 18 months
    • B 12 or more points in 12 months
    • C 4 or more points in 12 months
    • D 10 or more points in 24 months
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    B. 12 or more points in 12 months

    Your privilege is revoked for one year if you reach 12 points in 12 months, 18 in 24 months, or 24 in 36 months. Revocation is more serious than suspension and requires reinstatement steps.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, page 75

  4. How many points can a conviction for leaving the scene of a traffic crash add to your Missouri record?

    • A 3 points
    • B 5 points
    • C 15 points
    • D 12 points
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    D. 12 points

    Leaving the scene of a crash can bring 12 points and revocation of your driving privilege. Even if you hit a parked car, you must stop; leaving is a crime.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, page 75