How many demerit points before I lose my licence in Australia?

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Demerit point limits depend on your state or territory and licence type. For an unrestricted licence, the limit is generally 12 or 13 points within three years, while learner and provisional drivers have much lower limits.

If you reach the limit, your licence is usually suspended for a period, and some states let full licence holders choose a good behaviour period instead.

Points are added for offences like speeding and using a phone while driving, and double demerits may apply on holiday periods in some states.

Your state's transport authority website lets you check your points and the rules.

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