This blog post provides a general overview of common traffic violations and their associated point values under Indiana law. Please note that this information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For a comprehensive understanding of these violations and their legal implications, it is highly recommended to consult with a legal professional like SDHMR Law.
Important Disclaimer
This list is not exhaustive, and point values are subject to change. Laws may vary, and the specific details of a violation can affect the outcome. It is crucial to seek legal counsel for any traffic violation to understand your rights and potential consequences.
Indiana utilizes a point system to track traffic violations. Accumulating a certain number of points within a specified timeframe can lead to license suspension or other penalties. Understanding these points can help you stay informed about your driving record.
List of Traffic Violations and Point Values
| Indiana Code Cross Reference | Violation | Point Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9-19-4-1 et seq. | Bumper violation | 2 |
| 9-19-5-6 | Failure of commercial motor vehicle to carry required emergency equipment | 2 |
| 9-19-6-1.5 et seq. 9-19-7-2(a) 9-19-7-2(b) |
Equipment violation with respect to vehicle lights, reflectors, stop lights, warning signals | 2 |
| 9-21-7-1 et seq. | Failure to use lights, reflectors, stop lights, warning signals when required | 2 |
| 9-21-5-1 9-21-5-2 9-21-5-3 9-21-5-4 9-21-5-5 9-21-5-6(a) 9-21-5-6(e) 9-21-5-12 9-21-5-13 (repealed) |
Miscellaneous speeding violations: Excessive speed not indicated 1-15 MPH in excess of limit 16-25 MPH in excess of limit Over 25 MPH in excess of limit |
2 2 4 6 |
| 9-21-5-7 9-21-5-8 9-21-5-9 9-21-8-2(b) |
Minimum speed violation, slow vehicle in improper lane | 2 |
| 9-21-8-24 9-21-8-25 [IC 9-21-8-25 was repealed by P.L. 118-2022, SECTION 23, effective January 1, 2023.]9-21-8-26 9-21-8-27 9-21-8-28 |
Failure to signal when required, improper signal | 2 |
| 9-21-8-51 | Failure to dim bright or blinding lights | 2 |
| 9-21-9-4 9-19-16-4 (repealed) |
No flashing amber or red light on slow moving vehicle when other lights not required (this is in addition to slow moving emblem) | 2 |
| 9-21-10-5 | Operating motorcycle or motor driven cycle without headlamp illuminated | 2 |
| 9-25-4-1 9-25-8-5 |
Violation of financial responsibility requirements | 2 |
| 14-15-3-7 14-15-3-8 14-15-3-10 |
Speeding in boat | 2 |
| 14-15-3-20 | Improper towing of persons or objects with motorboat | 2 |
| 14-15-3-24 | Operating motorboat with occupant on gunwales or bow decking | 2 |
| 14- 15-13-3 | Violation of motorboat watersport prohibitions | 2 |
| 9-19-3-1 et seq. 9-19-7-2(a)(2) |
Equipment violation with respect to brakes | 4 |
| 9-19-7-1 9-21-10-9 (repealed) |
No motorcycle or motor driven cycle headgear or protective eyewear (under 18 years of age) | 4 |
| 9-21-3-7 9-21-3-8 9-21-3-9 9-21-3-10 (repealed) 9-21-3-11 |
Disregarding traffic control signal | 4 |
| 9-21-4-11 9-21-4-17 9-21-4-18 9-21-8-29 9-21-8-30 9-21-8-31 9-21-8-32 9-21-8-33 9-21-8-34 9-21-8-36 |
Failure to yield; failure to obey stop or yield signs | 4 |
| 9-21-8-35(a) | Failure to yield to moving emergency vehicle | 4 |
| 9-21-4-12 9-21-4-13 9-21-4-18 |
Improper passing in violation of clearly visible signs or markings | 4 |
| 9-21-5-6(d) 9-21-5-6(f) |
Speeding in a school zone: Excessive speed not indicated 1-15 MPH in excess of limit 16-25 MPH in excess of limit Over 25 MPH in excess of limit |
4 4 6 8 |
| 9-21-5-11 | Speeding in a work site: Excessive speed not indicated 1-15 MPH in excess of limit 16-25 MPH in excess of limit Over 25 MPH in excess of limit |
4 4 6 8 |
| 9-21-5-10 | Unsafe speed on bridge or elevated structure | 4 |
| 9-21-8-2(a) 9-21-8-8 |
Driving on left side of road when not permitted | 4 |
| 9-21-8-4 | Improper passing on two lane highway | 4 |
| 9-21-8-5 | Improper passing (cutting in); refusing to give way to overtaking vehicle | 4 |
| 9-21-8-6 | Improper passing to the right | 4 |
| 9-21-8-8 | Driving to the left of center on two-way roadway (special conditions) | 4 |
| 9-21-8-9 | Wrong way on a one-way roadway | 4 |
| 9-21-8-10 | Driving left of rotary island | 4 |
| 9-21-8-11 | Improper driving on roadways with traffic lanes | 4 |
| 9-21-8-12 9-21-8-13 |
Lane restriction violation by truck | 4 |
| 9-21-8-18 9-21-8-19 |
Entrance or exit violation on limited access highways | 4 |
| 9-21-8-21 | Improper turn at intersection | 4 |
| 9-21-8-19 9-21-8-22 |
Improper U-turn | 4 |
| 9-21-8-23 | Unsafe start from parked position | 4 |
| 9-21-8-38 | Operating through or within a pedestrian safety zone | 4 |
| 9-21-8-59 | Use of a telecommunications device while operating a motor vehicle | 4 |
| 9-21-10-1 9-21-10-2 9-21-10-4 |
Motorcycle or motor driven cycle passenger violation | 4 |
| 9-21-10-3 | Carrying articles to prevent proper use of handlebars | 4 |
| 9-21-10-5 | Operating motorcycles three or more abreast in single lane | 4 |
| 9-21-10-6 | Depriving motor vehicle (including motorcycle) of full lane usage | 4 |
| 9-21-10-8 | Motor driven cycle operated on interstate | 4 |
| 9-21-11-12 | Improper operation of Class B motor driven cycle | 4 |
| 9-24-1-1 9-24-1-4 (repealed) 9-24-1-5 (repealed) 9-24-1-8 (repealed) 9-24-11-3.6 9-24-12-1 9-24-12-2 |
No valid license for type of vehicle that was operated (noncommercial motor vehicle) | 4 |
| 9-24-7-3 (repealed) 9-24-7-4 | Learner’s permit violation | 4 |
| 9-24-8-3 | Motorcycle learner’s permit violation | 4 |
| 9-24-11-3 (repealed) 9-24-11-3.3 (repealed) 9-24-11-3.5 9-24-11-3.6 9-24-11-3.7 |
Probationary license violation (under 18 years of age) | 4 |
| 9-24-11-8(a) | Violation of driver’s license restriction or mechanical control device requirement | 4 |
| 14-15-11-9 | Operating motorboat without a valid license or identification card | 4 |
| 9-21-12-13 20-9.1-5-14 (repealed) |
Improper use or failure of school bus to display stop arm signal | 4 |
| 9-21-12-14 20-9.1-5-15 (repealed) |
Improper use or failure of school bus to use directional signal | 4 |
| 9-21-12-15 20-9.1-5-16 (repealed) |
Improper use or failure of school bus to use red flashing warning lights | 4 |
| 35-44.1-2-13(b)(1) | Obstruction of traffic involving vehicle (without serious bodily injury or death) | 4 |
| 9-21-5-13 (repealed) 9-21-5-14 20-9.1-5-10 (repealed) |
Speeding in school bus: Speed not indicated 1-15 MPH in excess of limit Over 15 MPH in excess of limit |
6 6 8 |
| 9-21-8-35(a) | Failure to yield to moving emergency vehicle | 6 |
| 9-21-4-16 9-21-4-18 |
Disregarding stop sign at railroad crossing | 6 |
| 9-21-8-1 | Failure to comply with order of law enforcement officer | 6 |
| 9-21-8-7 | Improper passing on the left of center | 6 |
| 9-21-8-14 9-21-8-15 9-21-8-16 |
Following too closely | 6 |
| 9-21-8-37 | Failure to exercise due care for pedestrian | 6 |
| 9-21-8-39 | Disregarding signal indicating approach of train | 6 |
| 9-21-8-41 | Disregarding official traffic control device at a worksite | 6 |
| 9-21-8-52(a) 9-21-8-52(b) |
Reckless driving | 6 |
| 9-21-12-18 | Hazardous or obstructed exit on school or special purpose bus | 6 |
| 9-24-1-1(b) 9-24-1-8 (repealed) 9-24-8-4 [IC 9-24-8-4 expired under P.L.198- 2016, SECTION 460, effective December 31, 2016.] |
Improper motorcycle endorsement or motor driven cycle endorsement or restriction | 6 |
| 9-24-18-1 | Operating without ever having a valid license | 6 |
| 9-30-5-8.5 | Operating with at least BAC .02%, but less than BAC .08% (under 21 years of age) | 6 |
| 9-30-15-4 | Consumption of alcohol while operating vehicle | 6 |
| 9-21-8-55 | Aggressive driving | 8 |
| 9-21-8-56 | Reckless operation in highway work zone | 8 |
| 9-21-8-35(b) 9-21-8-35(c) |
Failure to change lanes or decrease speed when approaching a stationary emergency, recovery, or maintenance vehicle | 8 |
| 9-21-6-1 9-21-8-56(d)(2) |
Speed contest on streets or highways (drag racing) | 8 |
| 9-21-8-7.5 | Worksite no passing | 8 |
| 9-21-8-40 9-21-12-5 |
Failure of commercial vehicle or other special vehicle to stop at railroad crossing | 8 |
| 9-21-8-50 | Reckless driving while operating a tractor-trailer combination | 8 |
| 9-21-8-52 | Reckless driving with damage to property | 8 |
| 9-21-12-1 | Passing of school bus while loading or unloading | 8 |
| 9-21-12-1 | Passing of school bus when arm signal is out | 8 |
| 9-24-1-6 (repealed) 9-24-6.1-3 | Operating commercial motor vehicle without valid commercial driver’s license | 8 |
| 9-24-6-15 (repealed) 9-24-6.1-6 | Operating a commercial motor vehicle with a BAC or BrAC of at least .04 but less than .08 | 8 |
| 9-24-6-16 (repealed) 9-24-6.1-7 |
Operating a commercial motor vehicle while disqualified | 8 |
| 9-24-18-5 (repealed) 9-24-19-1 9-24-19-2 9-24-19-3 9-24-19-4 (repealed) 9-30-13-6 9-30-13-7 |
Driving while license or driving privileges are suspended or revoked | 8 |
| 9-26-1-1.1 | Leaving the scene of accident; failure to give information; failure of other duties | 8 |
| 9-26-1-1 (repealed) 9-26-1-2 (repealed) 9-26-1-3 (repealed) 9-26-1-4 (repealed) 9-26-1-1.1 |
Leaving the scene of accident; failure to give information; failure of other duties (damage to unattended vehicle or other property) | 8 |
| 9-30-4-8 | Operating a vehicle with suspended registration | 8 |
| 9-30-5-1 | Per se operating while intoxicated (OWI) or operating with a controlled substance or metabolite in the body | 8 |
| 9-30-5-2 | OWI | 8 |
| 9-30-5-3 | OWI per se or OWI conviction in past 5 years or with passenger under 18 years of age | 8 |
| 9-24-15-1 (repealed) 9-30-5-6 9-30-5-13 (repealed) 9-30-16-5 |
Violation of probationary, hardship/restricted, or specialized driving privileges | 8 |
| 9-30-5-7 9-30-6-8.7 (repealed) |
Interlock device violation | 8 |
| 9-30-5-8 | Tampering with interlock device | 8 |
| 9-30-10-16 9-30-10-17 |
Operating a vehicle while driving privileges are suspended or forfeited as a habitual traffic violator | 8 |
| 9-30-13-1 (repealed) 35-42-2-2 |
Criminal recklessness with vehicle | 8 |
| 9-30-13-3 (repealed) 35-43-1-2 |
Criminal mischief with vehicle | 8 |
| 14-15-4-1 14-15-4-2 14-15-4-3 |
Leaving the scene of a watercraft accident or failure of other duties | 8 |
| 14-15-8-8 (repealed) 14-15-8-13 (repealed) 35-46-9-6 |
Operating a personal watercraft or motorboat while intoxicated or with a controlled substance or metabolite in the body | 8 |
| 14-15-8-9 (repealed) 14-15-8-10 (repealed) 35-46-9-7 |
Operation of motorboat after being ordered not to operate | 8 |
| 14-15-3-6 | Dangerous operation of a boat | 8 |
| 14-15-11-11 | Operating motorboat while suspended | 8 |
| 14-15-12-10 | Unsafe operation of a personal watercraft | 8 |
| 9-21-12-5 9-21-12-17 (repealed) 20-9.1-5-11 (repealed) |
Failure of school bus to stop at railroad crossing | 8 |
| 35-44.1-3-1(b) | Resisting law enforcement in vehicle | 8 |
| 9-21-8-52 | Reckless driving with bodily injury | 10 |
| 9-24-11-8(b) 9-24-11-8(c) |
Violation of driver’s license restriction or mechanical control device causing serious bodily injury or death | 10 |
| 9-24-19-3 | Driving while license or driving privileges are suspended or revoked resulting in bodily injury or death | 10 |
| 9-26-1-1 (repealed) 9-26-1-2 (repealed) 9-26-1-3 (repealed) 9-26-1-4 (repealed) 9-26-1-1.1 |
Leaving the scene of accident; failure to give information; failure of other duties (injury or death) | 10 |
| 9-30-5-4 | OWI per se, OWI, or operating with a controlled substance or metabolite in the body causing serious bodily injury to another | 10 |
| 9-30-5-5 | OWI per se, OWI, or operating with a controlled substance or metabolite in the body causing death of another person or of a law enforcement animal | 10 |
| 9-30-13-2 (repealed) 35-42-2-4 (repealed) 35-44.1-2-13(b)(2) |
Obstruction of traffic causing serious bodily injury or death | 10 |
| 9-30-13-4 (repealed) 35-42-1-3 35-42-1-4 |
Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter with a vehicle | 10 |
| 9-30-13-4 (repealed) 35-42-1-5 |
Reckless homicide with a vehicle | 10 |
| 35-46-9-6 | Operating a personal watercraft or motorboat while intoxicated or having a controlled substance or metabolite in the body causing serious bodily injury to another or death | 10 |
**Disclaimer:** This list does not constitute legal advice. It is provided for informational purposes only. For detailed explanations of these violations and their implications, please consult with SDHMR Law or another qualified legal professional.