Colorado Traffic Ticket FAQs

• What will happen if I get twelve points on my Colorado driving record?

If you are over 21, the 12th point within one year, going by the date of the offenses, suspends your license.


• Can I get a red license if my Colorado license is suspended?

You may apply for a probationary or 'red' license if you are suspended. You may drive to work and other necessary places.


• What happens if I get a ticket on a red license?

You will not be able to drive for the balance of your suspension.


• What happens if I get caught driving outside of my red license restrictions?

You will lose your license and be charged with driving under suspension.
• Can I get a red license if I lose my license for a alcohol offense in Colorado?

There is no driving privilege if you are revoked for an alcohol offense. see Colorado DUI.


• How long do points remain on my record?
Points are only effective for two years from the date of the offense. They will stay on your public motor vehicle record for 7 years. Serious offenses will stay on your record longer, but will only be available to you, law enforcement and the Courts.


• Do points go on my Colorado driving record for out of state violations?

No, but if you do not satisfy any fines or other conditions, your Colorado license will be suspended under the Non-resident violator interstate compact.


• What are habitual offenses?

Alcohol offenses, driving under revocation or suspension, leaving the scene of an accident and certain other offenses are considered more serious. Three of these offenses in seven years will cause your license to be revoked for five years.


• What happens if I get too many tickets on my Colorado license?

You can also be revoked for an excessive number of tickets.


• What happens if I have an accident without insurance?

You will be required to comply with Colorado's Financial Responsibility Act.