How many demerit points before I lose my licence in Ontario?
A fully licensed Ontario driver is suspended at 15 demerit points. A warning letter is sent at 6 points and a mandatory interview at 9. Novice (G1/G2) drivers face a suspension at 9 points, a warning at 2 and an interview at 6.
How long do demerit points stay on my record?
In most provinces demerit points remain on your driving record for two years from the date of the offence (not the conviction date). The underlying conviction itself typically stays visible for three years for insurance purposes.
Does British Columbia use demerit points?
BC uses a penalty-point system rather than a fixed suspension total. Drivers who accumulate 4 or more penalty points in a year pay a Driver Penalty Point premium, and ICBC reviews and can prohibit drivers with repeated or serious infractions.
Do points come off when I pay a ticket?
No. Paying a ticket is a guilty plea, which adds the points. Points are only removed by the passage of time (usually two years) or by successfully disputing the ticket so no conviction is registered.