Most states penalize drivers who violate traffic and criminal laws while operating a motor vehicle by restricting, suspending, or revoking the driver’s license. For example, a state may suspend a driver’s license upon refusal to submit to a blood or breath test when suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs or when a driver is convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

And most states have a traffic ticket points system that assigns points to traffic offenses—with more serious offenses receiving more points. The points a driver accumulates become a part of the driver’s record with the state and a specified number of points will lead to greater driver’s license penalties—including suspension of the driver’s license—as well as higher insurance premiums charged by insurance companies.

The use and structure of traffic ticket point systems vary from state to state and are usually located in a state’s statutes.

In Oklahoma, drivers who commit traffic violations or criminal offenses while operating a motor vehicle can face restrictions, suspensions, or revocations of their driver's license. For instance, Oklahoma law mandates the suspension of a driver's license for individuals who refuse to undergo a blood or breath test when suspected of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs. Additionally, a driver's license can be suspended or revoked following a DUI conviction. Oklahoma utilizes a point system to track traffic offenses, where points are assigned based on the severity of the violation. Accumulating a certain number of points can lead to penalties such as license suspension. For example, if a driver accumulates 10 or more points within a five-year period, their license may be suspended. The point system is designed to encourage safe driving habits and penalize those who repeatedly violate traffic laws. Insurance premiums may also increase as a result of points accrued from traffic offenses. The specifics of the point system and related penalties are outlined in Oklahoma's state statutes.