KEJARA Demerit Points System 2026 | Malaysia Points Table

Running a red light incurs 8 demerit points.

This is one of the most serious common offenses; a P license holder running a red light nearly reaches the 10-point limit and gets revoked. The fine is RM300.

Speeding demerit points depend on the excess speed:

• 1-25 km/h: 4 points
• 26-40 km/h: 6 points
• Over 40 km/h: 8 points

Drink driving does not incur demerit points but results in direct license revocation.

A blood alcohol level exceeding 0.05% constitutes drink driving, leading to license revocation for 1-2 years (first offense) or 3-5 years (second offense). See drink driving penalties for details.

Drivers not wearing a seatbelt incur 3 demerit points and a fine of RM300.

Using a mobile phone while driving incurs 8 demerit points and a fine of RM300.

This includes making calls, texting, or looking at the phone screen. A P license holder almost reaches the 10-point limit in one offense.

A P license is revoked upon accumulating 10 demerit points.

Since P license holders receive double points, running a red light (8 points × 2 = 16 points) exceeds the 10-point limit in one offense, leading to revocation.

A CDL is revoked upon accumulating 15 demerit points.

Points are calculated annually and reset on December 31 each year (if not revoked).

KEJARA points are calculated annually, and points from the previous year reset on December 31 each year.

However, if points reach the revocation limit, a retest is required. Outstanding fines must be settled first.

Under the JPJ demerit point system, driving under the influence of drugs is a serious traffic offense and will incur 8 demerit points. Additionally, drug-impaired driving carries criminal prosecution, with a maximum penalty of 10 years' imprisonment or a fine not exceeding RM20,000, or both. The driving license may also be revoked for no less than 5 years.

Drunk driving (with a blood alcohol content exceeding 80mg/100ml) will incur 8 demerit points. Under Section 45A of the Road Transport Act 1987, first-time offenders may be sentenced to imprisonment of no more than 2 years and fined no less than RM10,000 but not exceeding RM30,000, with the driving license revoked for no less than 2 years.

Reckless driving (dangerous driving) will incur 8 demerit points. Under Section 42 of the Road Transport Act 1987, reckless or dangerous drivers may be sentenced to imprisonment of no more than 5 years and fined no less than RM5,000 but not exceeding RM15,000, with the driving license revoked for no less than 5 years.

Refusing to undergo a police breathalyzer test will incur 8 demerit points. Under Section 45C of the Road Transport Act 1987, refusing a breathalyzer test is an offense, punishable by imprisonment of no more than 6 months and a fine of no less than RM10,000 but not exceeding RM30,000, with the driving license revoked for no less than 2 years.

Speeding exceeding 40km/h (i.e., 41km/h and above over the limit) will incur 8 demerit points. Under Section 79(2) of the Road Transport Act 1987, speeding may result in a fine of no less than RM300 but not exceeding RM2,000. If speeding exceeds 40km/h, court prosecution may also be faced.

Speeding between 25 and 40km/h (including 40km/h) over the limit will incur 4 demerit points. Under the JPJ demerit point system, this speed range is considered moderate speeding, with fines typically set at RM300. If speeding exceeds 40km/h, the points increase to 8.

Speeding between 1 and 25km/h (including 25km/h) over the limit will incur 2 demerit points. This is the lowest level of speeding offense, with fines usually ranging from RM150 to RM300. If speeding exceeds 25km/h but does not exceed 40km/h, the points increase to 4.

Using a mobile phone while driving (handheld calls or texting) will incur 6 demerit points. Under Section 29A of the Road Transport Act 1987, using a phone while driving may result in a fine of no less than RM1,000 but not exceeding RM5,000, or imprisonment of no more than 1 year. Using hands-free devices is not an offense.

Driving or riding in a car without wearing a seatbelt will incur a deduction of 3 demerit points. Under Section 119 of the Road Transport Act 1987, drivers not wearing a seatbelt can be fined not less than RM300 but not more than RM2,000. If passengers do not wear seatbelts, the driver is also held responsible.

Illegal overtaking on double solid lines will incur a deduction of 4 demerit points. Under Section 79(2) of the Road Transport Act 1987, overtaking on double lines is considered dangerous driving and can be fined not less than RM300 but not more than RM2,000. In severe cases, the offender may be charged in court.

Overtaking on the left lane (slow lane) will incur a deduction of 4 demerit points. According to Malaysian traffic rules, overtaking should be done on the right lane, and overtaking on the left is considered dangerous. Offenders can be fined not less than RM300 but not more than RM2,000 and may also receive demerit points.

Misusing the emergency lane (such as the emergency stopping lane on highways) will incur a deduction of 4 demerit points. Under Section 53 of the Road Transport Act 1987, using the emergency lane in non-emergency situations can be fined not less than RM1,000 but not more than RM5,000, or imprisonment for up to 1 year.

Failing to give way to emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire engines, or police cars will incur a deduction of 4 demerit points. Under Section 81 of the Road Transport Act 1987, not giving way to priority vehicles can be fined not less than RM300 but not more than RM2,000. In severe cases, the offender may be charged in court.

A lorry (heavy vehicle) running a red light will incur a deduction of 8 demerit points. According to the JPJ demerit system, violations by heavy vehicles are penalized more strictly. Running a red light itself can be fined not less than RM300 but not more than RM2,000, and lorry drivers may face additional penalties or license reviews.

A lorry speeding more than 40km/h above the limit will incur a deduction of 8 demerit points. According to the JPJ demerit system, speeding violations by heavy vehicles carry the same demerit points as regular vehicles, but fines may be higher, ranging from not less than RM300 to not more than RM2,000, and the license may be revoked.

Under Malaysia's JPJ KEJARA demerit system, driving under the influence of drugs is an extremely serious offense and will incur 18 demerit points. This is one of the highest penalties in the system, equally severe as drunk driving. Drug-impaired driving endangers not only the driver but also poses a serious threat to other road users. JPJ has zero tolerance for such behavior, and beyond demerit points, offenders may face criminal prosecution and license revocation.

Under Malaysia's JPJ KEJARA demerit system, running a red light on a motorcycle will incur 8 demerit points. Running a red light is a high-risk violation that often leads to serious accidents. JPJ strictly enforces this through traffic cameras and operations. If cumulative points reach 20 or more within two years, the license will be revoked, requiring re-examination.

Under Malaysia's JPJ KEJARA demerit system, not wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle will incur 3 demerit points. Helmets are the most critical safety gear for riders, and not wearing one significantly increases fatality risk in accidents. JPJ imposes fines and demerit points for this violation. If cumulative points reach 20 or more within two years, the license will be revoked.

Under Malaysia's JPJ KEJARA demerit system, using a mobile phone while riding a motorcycle will incur 6 demerit points. Using a phone severely distracts the rider, increasing accident risk. JPJ strictly enforces this violation with fines and demerit points. If cumulative points reach 20 or more within two years, the license will be revoked.