Traffic tickets in Alabama

Alabama handles traffic citations through municipal and district courts and uses a point system administered by the state. Some courts may offer a driving course or plea options for an eligible ticket.

License points

Alabama assigns points to convictions for moving violations, and accumulating points within set periods can lead to a license suspension. The exact points depend on the offense, so check official state resources for current details.

Ways to reduce or dismiss a ticket

• ✓Requesting a hearing or trial to contest the citation
• ✓Negotiating a plea in eligible cases
• ✓Driver improvement or defensive driving course where offered
• ✓Driver improvement requirements after point thresholds

Deadlines

Respond by the deadline printed on your citation. Missing it can lead to added penalties or a default, so contact the court named on your ticket promptly if you intend to contest.