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Any person operating a motor vehicle on public roadways within the State of San Andreas must possess a valid driver’s license and comply with the Traffic & Vehicle Code. This page establishes the requirements for obtaining and maintaining driving privileges, explains the statewide license point system, and outlines when a license may be suspended or revoked.

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License Requirements

To legally operate a motor vehicle within the State of San Andreas:
  • A driver must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • An applicant must be at least 18 years old to obtain a driver’s license.
  • A non-refundable fee of $250 is required each time a driver’s license is issued.
  • Licensed drivers are responsible for complying with all applicable provisions of the Traffic & Vehicle Code.
Possession of a driver’s license does not exempt a driver from vehicle registration, insurance, equipment, or other requirements established under state law.

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License Point System

The State of San Andreas uses a license point system to identify drivers who repeatedly or seriously violate traffic laws. Traffic offenses may assign points to a driver’s record based on the severity of the violation. More serious offenses generally carry significantly more points than ordinary traffic infractions.

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Point Thresholds

Individual offenses and their associated license points are listed within the Traffic & Vehicle Code.
License points may be assessed regardless of whether the underlying offense results in a citation, arrest, or other criminal penalty.

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License Suspension

A suspension temporarily removes a person’s legal privilege to operate a motor vehicle. A driver’s license may be suspended for reasons including:
  • Accumulating 15 or more license points.
  • Driving while impaired by alcohol or narcotics.
  • Reckless operation of a motor vehicle.
  • Fleeing or attempting to evade law enforcement while operating a motor vehicle.
  • Serious or repeated violations of the Traffic & Vehicle Code.
  • Operating a vehicle without required insurance when applicable.
  • An order issued by a Judge or the Traffic Court.
A suspended license remains suspended until the required suspension period, court requirements, and any other conditions imposed by the State have been satisfied.

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License Revocation

A revocation removes a person’s driving privilege and may require the individual to obtain a new license before they may legally drive again. A driver’s license may be revoked when:
  • The driver accumulates 25 or more license points.
  • The driver commits repeated serious traffic offenses.
  • The driver continues operating a motor vehicle while their license is suspended.
  • Revocation is ordered by a Judge or the Traffic Court.
  • State law specifically requires revocation based upon the circumstances of an offense.
A revoked driver may not resume driving simply because time has passed. Driving privileges must first be restored through the appropriate legal or administrative process.

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Driving While Suspended or Revoked

Operating a motor vehicle while a driver’s license is suspended or revoked is a separate offense under the Traffic & Vehicle Code. Drivers are responsible for knowing the status of their driving privileges. A person whose license has been suspended or revoked may also face:
  • Additional criminal charges or citations.
  • Additional license points.
  • Vehicle impoundment when legally authorized.
  • Additional court requirements before reinstatement.

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License Reinstatement

A person seeking restoration of suspended or revoked driving privileges may be required to:
  1. Appear before the Traffic Court, when required.
  2. Complete any court-ordered driving course, community service, or other requirement.
  3. Satisfy outstanding court orders relating to the suspension or revocation.
  4. Pay any applicable reinstatement or licensing fees.
  5. Wait until any required suspension period has expired.
  6. Reapply for a driver’s license when the previous license was revoked.
Reinstatement is not automatic when outstanding court requirements remain unresolved. A Judge may impose additional reasonable conditions when restoring driving privileges.

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Restricted Driving Privileges

The Traffic Court may issue or authorize restricted driving privileges when appropriate. Restrictions may include:
  • Permitting driving only for employment or other specifically authorized purposes.
  • Geographic restrictions.
  • Time-of-day restrictions.
  • Vehicle-specific restrictions.
  • Other reasonable conditions imposed by the Court.
Violation of a court-ordered restriction may result in additional penalties or the loss of restricted driving privileges.

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License Enforcement

Law enforcement officers may request that a driver provide proof of a valid driver’s license during a lawful traffic stop, collision investigation, checkpoint, or other lawful enforcement action. Drivers are required to comply with applicable licensing laws.

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Common Licensing Violations

Examples include:
  • Operating a vehicle without obtaining a driver’s license.
  • Failing to present a driver’s license when lawfully required.
  • Driving while a license is suspended or revoked.
  • Fraudulently obtaining a driver’s license.
  • Possessing or using a driver’s license belonging to another person.
  • Providing false information for the purpose of obtaining driving privileges.
Criminal charges, fines, license points, and other penalties are determined by the applicable provisions of the Traffic & Vehicle Code and other state law.

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Statewide Speed Limits

On December 23, 2025, statewide speed limits were revised throughout San Andreas. Unless a different speed limit is specifically posted or otherwise established by law, the following limits apply:
A posted speed limit takes precedence over a general statewide speed limit where applicable. Drivers must also reduce their speed when necessary to safely account for traffic, road conditions, visibility, pedestrians, emergencies, or other hazards.
Exceeding the applicable speed limit may result in speeding charges and license points under the Traffic & Vehicle Code.
For individual traffic offenses, fines, license points, and criminal penalties, see:

Traffic & Vehicle Code

View traffic offenses, speeding classifications, license violations, DUI/DWI laws, evading offenses, and associated license points.