A license will be suspended if a person acquires more than thirty five (35) points in a period of 12 months. Also if:

• If there are severe injuries or death caused by a traffic accident, and the police can establish negligence from part of the driver.
• For driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, which is to be determined by the proper authorities.
• For conducting race or speed competitions (”regattas”) on public roads.
• For a hit and run when a person is involved in a traffic accident.

If you commit any of these infractions a second time, your license will be canceled.

One wonders how much certain tickets cost. Well here is a list of the most common infractions. This also includes how many points you are given on your license.

~ Vehicle without title ~ 1 point ~ $25

~ Vehicle with expired tag ~ 3 points ~ $50

~ Vehicle without a tag ~ 3 points ~ $50

~ Not carrying a driver’s license ~ 2 points ~ $50

~ Allowing an unauthorized person to drive ~ 5 points ~ $150

~ Refusing to pull over the vehicle when required (fuga) ~ 6 points ~$200

~ Talking on the phone when driving ~ 3 points ~ $75

~ Not wearing a seatbelt ~ 3 points ~ $75

~ Spilling or throwing garbage on the road ~ 2 points ~ $75

~ This one if for TAXIS: Refusal to take a passenger ~ 1 point ~ $75

~ DUI first time depending on alcohol level ~ 5 points ~ $150

~ DUI second time or for the first time if the alcohol level is very high ~ Suspension of license, removal of vehicle, and fine.

~ Reckless driving ~ 3 points ~ $75

~ Driving on the wrong side of the road or giving a U turn where is prohibited ~ 3 points ~ $75

~ Driving on the wrong side of the lane of the road or highway ~ 2 points ~ $50

~ Driving on the shoulder of the road ~ 2 points ~ $50

~ Refusal to stop ~ 5 points ~ $100

~ Passing a red light ~ 6 points ~ $100

~ Vehicle parked where it’s not allowed ~ 1 point ~ $10

~ Parking in a handicapped spot (Law 42 of 27/August /99) ~ 3 points ~ $50 ~ Double if the person does it again.

~ Speeding ~ 5 points ~$50 ~ If the person does it again, attendance to a lecture is required.

~ Hit and run or property damage ~ Cancellation of license.

You have 30 days to pay for the ticket or you will receive a an additional fee (10% of the ticket value)

To see a complete list of all traffic infractions please access the A.T.T.T. Webpage (which is in Spanish)