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Demerit Points
Recorded offences can add demerit points to your licence. Too many can lead to suspension or other actions. Thresholds differ by state, and learner and provisional drivers usually have a much lower limit — check Department of Transport (WA).
Key Rules
- Points attach to the licence holder and can affect insurance and permission to drive.
- Novice and professional drivers may have different thresholds or rules.
- Respecting speed and alcohol limits reduces points risk and crashes.
- Use official Western Australia sources only for up-to-date offence and point values.
Common Mistakes
- Thinking 'just one minor offence' has no cumulative consequence.
- Confusing another state's point thresholds with the ones that apply in Western Australia.
Practical Example
You receive an infringement notice with points. You check the Department of Transport (WA) site for your current tally and accumulation period.
Quick Check
- Where should you check current points and suspension rules?
- Why can several 'small' offences still be serious?
- Do novices have the same point limits as full licence holders?
Source: Based on the Drive Safe handbook — Department of Transport (WA).