Losing Your Licence with AARTO Demerits: More Danger than You Thought, and The Wheels are Turning

KVV Inc Attorneys

Published on: 04/03/2025

A new demerit system under South Africa's AARTO Act is coming soon, impacting all drivers and businesses. Points are accumulated for traffic offenses, and 13 points lead to license suspension (3 months per point over 12), with three suspensions resulting in cancellation. Even minor offenses can quickly add up. Points are reduced by one per 3-month clean driving period, and fines are discounted 50% for early payment.