“Double demerit points do not apply in Queensland.”

INCORRECT

In Queensland additional demerit points for certain offences apply all year round (not just holiday periods) for repeat offenders.

If you commit a second seatbelt or speeding offence within one year of the first offence you will be allocated double demerit points. You do not have to commit the same offence, only an offence in the same offence group.

For example if in the one year, you fail to wear a seatbelt and then drive with a passenger under 16 years unrestrained then you will receive 3 demerit points for the offence along with a further 3 demerit points because it was a second offence within one year. This results in a total of nine demerit points for the year.

So how can I find out how many demerit points I have accumulated?

You can check your demerit points and the status of your driver’s licence online for free.

How long does it take to get my points back?

It takes three years from the date of the offence to regain your points.

For more information on demerit points, licence suspensions and good driving behaviour periods visit the Department of Transport and Main Roads.

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