TLC points calculator
TLC counts your TLC points and DMV points together under its Persistent Violator Program. Enter your totals from the last 15 months to see where you stand and what a course can take off.
What this calculator does not do
It does not look up how many points a specific violation carries. Use the point totals on your TLC and DMV records. Results are based on the published rule, not your TLC record, and TLC can impose other penalties. Confirm with TLC.
The rules behind the numbers
Persistent Violator Program (§80-27): 6–9 TLC and/or DMV points within 15 months → suspension up to 30 days; 10+ → revocation.
Source: NYC TLC: rule book current chapter 80 · checked 2026-10-26
TLC Point Reduction Course removes 3 TLC points (once per 5 years); DMV defensive driving removes 3 DMV points (once per 18 months); must complete before PVP summons adjudicated.
Source: NYC TLC: rule book current chapter 80 · checked 2026-10-26
DMV PIRP: removes up to 4 points from suspension count (11 points/24 months threshold), once per 18 months; 10% insurance base-rate reduction for 3 years for principal operator; submit certificate to insurer within 90 days.
Source: NYS DMV: point and insurance reduction program · checked 2026-10-26
The DMV PIRP course works on your DMV record and insurance rate. It is separate from the TLC count above. More detail is on the TLC points and PIRP page. If you got a summons, see the TLC summons guide.
Keep your insurance in place
Compare TLC insurance options for your vehicle.
Get a FREE Quote Now!Not reporting a collision to the vehicle owner can add TLC points. See the TLC accident checklist.
More TLC resources
- TLC and OATH office locationsAddresses, hours, and what each TLC and OATH office handles, with map links.
- TLC summons guideHow a TLC summons works, and how to pay, settle, or fight it at OATH.
- Renewal deadline checkerEnter an expiration date to see TLC renewal dates and steps for a driver or vehicle license.
- TLC insurance minimums and the FH-1Required TLC liability limits by vehicle type and how to keep an FH-1 on file.
- Vehicle inspection checklistTLC inspection steps, the Woodside facility, reinspections, and new FHV steps.
- Vehicle retirement calculatorWhen a yellow taxi must retire under TLC rules, from its hack-up date.
- Accident checklistWhat a TLC driver or owner does after a crash: the owner report, NYPD and the DMV MV-104.
- TLC base directorySearch every licensed TLC base by name, base number, type or ZIP, from NYC Open Data.
- WAV guide for ownersTLC rules for wheelchair accessible vehicles: new licenses, dispatch, programs, fees and training.
Facts on this page come from official NYC and New York State pages, checked 2026-10-26. Agencies change pages without notice, so confirm with TLC or OATH before you act. TLC Insurance Quotes is not a government office, and this is not legal advice.
