20 Feb 2025
We’re extending the demerit points trial to incentivise motorists to adopt safe driving behaviours on NSW roads.
The first year of the demerit points relief for safe drivers trial ran from 17 January 2023 until 16 January 2024. It was extended for two extra years and will continue until 31 January 2026.
If an eligible driver maintains an offence-free record during the trial periods, one demerit point will be removed from their driving record. All unrestricted NSW licence holders who have active demerit points– including professional drivers – are included in the trial without the need to register. Learner and provisional licence holders aren’t included in the trial as they’re subject to the conditions of the Graduated Licensing Scheme.
Safe driving behaviour can’t be underestimated as we work together to create a safer driving environment for all road users and ultimately lower road trauma to zero.
You can learn more about the trial including frequently asked questions and point processing periods on the NSW Road Safety website.
Did you know?
All licence holders start with zero demerit points. When a licence holder commits an offence with a demerit point penalty, points are added to their driving record.
Demerit points stay active for three years from the date of the offence.
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