Detailed Explanation of the AWAS Demerit Points System (KEJARA) Rules

AWAS (Sistem Kesedaran Keselamatan Demerit) is a traffic safety demerit point system implemented by the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ), aimed at enhancing driver safety awareness through an accumulative point deduction mechanism. It covers traffic violations such as speeding, running red lights, and illegal overtaking, with points recorded in the driver's license file.

The AWAS demerit point cycle is calculated on a calendar year basis, resetting on January 1st each year. If a driver accumulates points reaching the threshold within a year (10 points for P license holders, 20 points for full license holders), they face penalties such as license revocation or suspension. Points do not carry over across years, but serious violations may affect license renewal.

AWAS points are calculated on an annual cycle (January 1 to December 31) and reset at the end of each year, not on a 3-year cycle. If a driver does not reach the revocation threshold within the year, points return to zero the following year. However, JPJ retains historical violation records, and serious offenses may impact license renewal or insurance.

A P license (probationary license) holder who accumulates 10 points within a year will have their license revoked by JPJ. The individual must retake driving training and pass the exam to obtain a new license. Driving during the revocation period is prohibited and may result in legal penalties.

A full license (CDL) holder who accumulates 20 points within a year will have their license suspended by JPJ for a period of 6 to 12 months, depending on the severity of the violations. After the suspension period ends, they must attend a JPJ-specified safety awareness course and pass a test to reinstate their license.

AWAS demerit points themselves do not directly incur fines, but each violation typically comes with a fine from JPJ or the police (e.g., speeding fines range from RM300 to RM2000). Points are an additional penalty, independent of fines. Drivers must pay fines and bear the consequences of the points separately.

Yes. If you dispute AWAS points, you can appeal to JPJ within 14 days of receiving the point notice. Appeal methods include: 1) Visiting a JPJ branch to fill out an appeal form; 2) Submitting an electronic appeal via the JPJ official website. Supporting evidence (e.g., fine copies, dashcam footage) must be attached. JPJ will review and decide within 30 days; if successful, the points will be revoked.

The success rate depends on the sufficiency of evidence. If a driver can provide clear proof that the violation did not occur or there was a recording error (e.g., license plate misidentification, system malfunction), the success rate is higher. However, if the violation is clearly factual, appeals are usually unsuccessful. It is advisable to consult JPJ or legal professionals.

If you discover that someone has fraudulently used your license information to incur demerit points, you should immediately report it to JPJ, provide your identification and the violation notice, and request a record review. JPJ will investigate and correct the error. Additionally, it is advisable to file a police report to guard against identity theft risks.

No. The same violation (e.g., speeding at the same time and location) will only incur points once. If JPJ or the police record it repeatedly, the driver can appeal to have the duplicate points removed. However, similar violations at different times or locations will each incur points separately.

Ordinary parking violations (e.g., illegal parking, overtime parking) typically do not involve AWAS demerit points and only result in fines. However, if the parking behavior poses a danger (e.g., blocking fire lanes or emergency lanes), it may be classified as a serious violation, leading to demerit points and fines.

Driving without lights in foggy or low-visibility conditions is considered dangerous driving and may incur demerit points. According to JPJ regulations, such violations can result in 2 to 4 points and a fine. If it causes an accident, the points and penalties will be more severe.

Forgetting to turn off the turn signal is generally not considered a standalone violation. However, if it misleads other drivers and creates danger, it may be judged as negligent driving, incurring 2 to 4 points and a fine. Drivers are advised to develop the habit of turning off signals to avoid risks.

If a minor passenger (under 18) sits in the front without a seatbelt, the driver incurs the demerit points, not the passenger. The driver will be penalized with 3 points and a fine. If the passenger is an adult, the passenger incurs the points themselves. The driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers are seatbelted.

According to Malaysia's Road Transport Department (JPJ) regulations, if a passenger does not wear a seatbelt, the driver incurs the demerit points. The driver must ensure all passengers (including rear-seat passengers) are seatbelted; otherwise, they face fines and AWAS demerit points. The specific point deduction is: 1 point per unbelted passenger, with fines up to RM300.

You can check your AWAS demerit points record through the following official channels: 1) JPJ's e-Aduan or e-Services system on the official website; 2) JPJ branch counters nationwide; 3) MyJPJ mobile application. You will need to provide your IC number and driving license number for the query. It is recommended to check regularly to ensure the record is accurate.

The AWAS (Sistem Kesalahan Demerit) demerit points system was officially implemented nationwide on September 1, 2017, replacing the previous JPJ demerit system. This system applies to all traffic violations, including speeding, running red lights, not wearing seat belts, etc., aiming to improve road safety awareness through accumulated demerit points.

Malaysia's JPJ reduced the AWAS demerit points limit for P license (probationary license) holders from 12 to 10 points effective January 1, 2020. This means that if a P license driver accumulates 10 demerit points during the 2-year probation period, their license will be revoked, and they will need to retake the driving test.