What to check in your case
A serious offence generally costs two points and a very serious one four. Article 148 provides for higher deductions in specified cases, including continued use of a hand-held phone while driving. Five points or fewer can trigger compulsory training, three or fewer a theory test, and a zero balance gives rise to separate revocation proceedings. Check your record against each final decision and its date.
Documents for your defence
Full notice or decision, front and back, and evidence of the date of service.
- Individual driving record and current points balance
- Decisions giving rise to deductions and proof of service
- Training or test invitation, or notice of revocation
Legislation and official sources
Information checked on 7 November 2026.