Most states penalize drivers who violate traffic and criminal laws while operating a motor vehicle by restricting, suspending, or revoking the driver’s license. For example, a state may suspend a driver’s license upon refusal to submit to a blood or breath test when suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs or when a driver is convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

And most states have a traffic ticket points system that assigns points to traffic offenses—with more serious offenses receiving more points. The points a driver accumulates become a part of the driver’s record with the state and a specified number of points will lead to greater driver’s license penalties—including suspension of the driver’s license—as well as higher insurance premiums charged by insurance companies.

The use and structure of traffic ticket point systems vary from state to state and are usually located in a state’s statutes.

In North Dakota, drivers who commit traffic violations or criminal offenses while operating a motor vehicle can face restrictions, suspensions, or revocations of their driver's license. For instance, if a driver refuses to submit to a blood or breath test when suspected of DUI (Driving Under the Influence) of alcohol or drugs, their license may be suspended. Similarly, a conviction for DUI will typically result in a license suspension. Unlike many other states, North Dakota does not use a point system for traffic violations. Instead, the state directly imposes specific penalties for each type of traffic offense. These penalties can include fines, mandatory driver education courses, and license suspension or revocation, depending on the severity of the offense. Accumulating multiple violations can lead to more severe consequences, including longer suspension periods or revocation of the driver's license. Insurance premiums may also increase as a result of traffic violations or criminal driving offenses.