Basic Driver Improvement Courses
NO PAPER CERTIFICATES ACCEPTED AT DRIVER LICENSE OFFICES
Convenient on-line reporting lets traffic schools automatically report course completions to DHSMV
so the Driver License offices can view students who successfully complete Traffic Law and Substance
Abuse Education (TLSAE), Basic Driver Improvement (BDI, TCAC, Red Light), and Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI).
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Reasons for Attending Basic Driver
Improvement |
You must complete a basic driver improvement course
(Traffic Collision Avoidance Course) if you want to retain
your driver license in the following circumstance:
- You were a driver in a crash and are found at fault and
- someone was transported to the hospital or
- you had two crashes in a two-year period, which
resulted in property damage greater than $500.
- Passed a stopped school bus
- Highway Racing
- Highway Racing - Spectator
- Reckless Driving
- Running a red light
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| If you receive a ticket for a non-criminal moving violation,
and you do not hold a commercial driver license, you may
elect to attend a basic driver improvement course in lieu
of points on your driving record.
In some cases, you may choose to attend a basic driver
improvement course to receive insurance discounts. This
discount is solely at the discretion of your insurance
company.
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Electing to Attend Traffic School
Drivers with a Class A, B, or C license may not make an
election under this subsection.
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If, as a result of a moving violation, you elect
to attend and complete a basic driver improvement course,
you will receive the following benefits:
- Your insurance rates cannot go up and your policy
cannot be cancelled because of this violation, unless
this involved a crash where you were at fault.
- Points may not be added to your driver license record,
adjudication of guilt is withheld, and safe driver status
is maintained if applicable. You may not make an election under this
subsection if you have made this election in the preceding
12 months. A person may make no more than five elections
in a 10-year period.
Within 30 days from the date you received the traffic
citation and prior to attending class, you must:
- inform the Clerk of Court in the county where you
received the citation that you want to go to traffic
school, and
- pay an election fee to the Clerk of Court in the
county where you received the citation.
You may contact the traffic school of your choice to register
for class. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and
Motor Vehicles must approve the course. Traffic schools
are listed in your local telephone directory under "driving
instruction" or "traffic schools." Approved
course providers are also listed below. To locate an approved
on-line basic driver improvement course, refer to your
local telephone directory, or contact the course providers
listed below.
A full list of your options for satisfying your traffic
citation is on the back of the citation. You are required
to choose one of the three options within 30 days of
receiving the citation.
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| Points |
| If you choose to pay the civil penalty or
are adjudicated guilty by a judge, your driver record
will be assessed as follows: |
| Moving Violations |
3 points |
| Speeding 15 m.p.h or less over posted speed |
3 points |
| Speeding more than 15 m.p.h. over posted speeds |
4 points |
| Passing stopped school bus |
4 points |
| Moving violation (non-speeding) resulting in an crash |
4 points |
| Unlawful speed resulting in a crash |
6 points |
| Reckless driving (criminal traffic violation) |
4 points |
| Leaving scene of crash with damage |
6 points |
| Littering |
3 points |
| Violation of child restraint laws |
3 points |
If you accumulate:
- 12 points in 12 months, your license will be suspended
for 30 days;
- 18 points within 18 months results in a 3 month
suspension;
- 24 points within 36 months results in a 12 month
suspension.
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| Drivers 15-17 Years Old |
If you are driving with a Florida learner's license,
you must hold it for at least 12 months without a traffic
conviction before you may apply for a Florida Class
E license. You may avoid conviction by electing to attend
and completing a basic driver improvement course approved
by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor
Vehicles.
If you are driving with a Florida learner's license
or a Florida Class E license and you receive 6 points,
you are restricted to driving for business purposes
only for 12 months or until you reach the age of 18.
Restriction time is increased if additional points are
accumulated. You may avoid conviction by electing to
attend and completing a basic driver improvement course
approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety
and Motor Vehicles.
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| Traffic schools are listed in your
local telephone directory under "driving instruction"
or "traffic schools." Approved course providers
are also listed below. |
To locate an approved on-line basic driver improvement
course, refer to your local telephone directory, or
contact the course providers listed below.
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| Basic Driver Improvement Course
Providers: |
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The course curricula of the following providers have been approved by the Department. While some course providers
offer in-person courses themselves, most contract with local traffic schools to provide these services. Always
ensure that the course meets your specific needs for attendance. Please refer to your local phone directory
or use an Internet search engine to locate traffic schools in your area.
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| Name |
Location |
Phone |
Company
Information |
AmericanSafetyCouncil.Com
- FLORIDAONLINETRAFFICSCHOOL.COM
(BDI & BDI Video Courses)
SAFEMOTORIST.COM
(Florida Video / DVD Traffic School)
FIRSTTIMEDRIVER.COM
(Drug and Alcohol Course)
ADISCHOOL.COM
(Advanced Driver Improvement)
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Statewide |
800-771-2255 |
The American
Safety Council (www.AmericanSafetyCouncil.com)
is Florida's first and largest provider of online, VHS
and DVD traffic safety courses (www.SafeMotorist.com).
All online and home study courses are designed to exceed
the needs of Florida drivers and access to our courses
is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (www.FloridaOnlineTrafficSchool.com).
For additional information or to order by phone,
please call us toll free at (800) 771-2255. Our courses
do not require a high-speed Internet connection. Simply
select the website for the desired course below:
Featured courses include –
Florida Basic Driver Improvement Online Course (http://www.FloridaOnlineTrafficSchool.com/),
First Time Driver Course
(www.FirstTimeDriver.com),
12 Hour Advanced Driver Improvement Course
(ADISchool.com),
over 55 insurance discount Mature Driver Course
(www.MatureDriverCourse.com),
8-hour Judge Ordered Class
(www.JudgeOrdered.com),
Florida Boating Safety Education Course
(www.FloridaBoatingCourse.com)
and
Florida Parenting Class
(www.FloridaParentingClass.com).
Featured services and products include
Florida Driving Records
(www.FloridaDrivingRecord.com),
Florida Incorporation Service
(www.FloridaIncorporationService.com)
and
Florida Notary Service
(www.FloridaNotaryService.com).
www.FloridaOnlineTrafficSchool.com
provides the 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI)
Course online. This course helps you to avoid getting
points on your driving record if you receive a ticket
for a moving violation. It can also help in avoiding
increases in your insurance rate, all from the comfort
of your personal computer.
www.FirstTimeDriver.com
provides the Drug and Alcohol Course, also called
Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (TLSAE)
online. This course is a state requirement for any
first time driver who has never held a driver license
in any other state or jurisdiction. Taking this course
online also gives you the option to take your driver's
license exam online at the end of the course which
saves time and avoids waiting at your local DMV office.
www.ADISchool.com
offers the 12-hour ADVANCED DRIVER IMPROVEMENT (ADI)
COURSE online for drivers whose driving privileges
have been suspended by the State of Florida for excessive
points or as an habitual traffic offender (non-DUI
related), or to be taken by anyone who has been ordered
by a judge or court to attend a 12-hour ADI course.
Enrollment is also required before obtaining your
hardship license. The objective of this 12-hour course
is to assist problem drivers in the development of
alternative driving behaviors to those that resulted
in driving privilege suspension or revocation.
If you are concerned or unsure of how many points
you have on your driving record, www.FloridaDrivingRecord.com
offers you instant access to Florida Driving Records
for individuals or businesses. If you need to take
another traffic course, such as the Florida 8-Hour
Judge-Ordered Course visit www.SafeMotorist.com
or www.FloridaOnlineTrafficSchool.com
for your entire online driving course needs.
www.FloridaBoatingCourse.com
offers first time boaters an online course for basic
boater safety education that meets the Sate of Florida’s
requirements. If you are 21 years of age or younger
and want to operate a vessel with 10 horsepower or
more, you are required to take this course to obtain
the boater safety identification card issued by the
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
With the courses from the American Safety Council,
you'll always get:
- The ability to work at your own pace
- Dependable service
- The best possible online price
For BDI classes to keep points off
your record or ensure that your insurance rates won't
increase, visit www.FloridaOnlineTrafficSchool.com
or call us toll-free at 1-800-771-2255.
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U-Drive Safe, LLC
udrivesafeflorida.com |
Statewide |
(850) 461-3540 |
The U-Drive Safe program emphasizes the education of defensive driving skills to prevent
collisions and reduce traffic citations.
We have statewide classroom locations near you.
Come to one of our classes and meet other people in the area, complete your driver education course in a fun
environment, and receive your certificate of completion the same day of your class.
U-Driver Safe offers state approved:
- Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) Course
- Traffic Collision Avoidance Course (TCAC)
- Court Ordered
- Insurance Discount
Course provider is accepting schools to teach course in the state.
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1 A Driver Training Associates - DriverLicenseSchool.com
(Drug & Alcohol Course), EasyADI.com
(Online ADI Course), & FloridasFirstTrafficSchool.com
(BDI & Classroom Courses) |
Statewide |
800-937-9533 |
DTA - a leader
in traffic safety since 1977 - gives Florida residents
the best value at the lowest prices possible, with NO
HIDDEN FEES. Just select the website for the course
that you need:
www.DRIVERLICENSESCHOOL.COM
offers the online first time driver DRUG AND ALCOHOL
COURSE (also known as "TLSAE" course) required
for a Florida learner's license.
www.EASYADI.COM
offers the 12-hour ADVANCED DRIVER IMPROVEMENT (ADI)
COURSE online for drivers with suspended licenses,
HTO's (Habitual Traffic Offenders), and anyone who
has been ordered by a judge or a court to attend a
12-hour ADI course. Enrollment in a State-approved
ADI course is required before obtaining a hardship
license.
www.FLORIDASFIRSTTRAFFICSCHOOL.COM
offers the 4-hour BASIC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT (BDI) COURSE
online that can be taken to keep points off your driver's
license and prevent your insurance rates from increasing.
Other online courses offered on this site include
the Traffic Collision Avoidance Course (TCAC), 4-hour
Court-Ordered or Judge-Ordered BDI, the 8-hour Intermediate
Driver Improvement (IDI) Course, and the 6-hour Mature
Driver Course (over 55 insurance discount course).
You can also use this website to locate agencies that
offer our courses in the classroom.
DTA's classroom courses are offered in hundreds of
locations throughout the state and our online courses
utilize the latest video technology for a truly interactive
experience. Don't settle for second best - join the
millions of happy customers who have SAVED MONEY and
reduced their crash risk with the help of DTA!
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| # 1 A BEST CHOICE-I DRIVE
SAFELY |
Statewide |
800-723-1955 |
Internet or
classroom- www.idrivesafely.com
I DRIVE SAFELY, an industry leader in Florida online
driver training solutions, provides the highest quality
course with exceptional customer service. Our live customer
service representatives are available 24 HOURS a day,
7 DAYS a week to assist you. You can even chat online
throughout the course with a live representative. With
I DRIVE SAFELY there are NEVER any hidden fees. Our
low price is all inclusive, and is backed by our no-questions
asked MONEY BACK guarantee. For an exceptional course
experience and unmatched customer service, choose Florida's
best value online traffic school, I DRIVE SAFELY. Visit
us at www.idrivesafely.com,
or call 800-723-1955 for more information. |
U.S. Interactive, Inc.
Video/DVD course - Blockbuster Video
Internet - www.usitrafficschool.com
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Statewide |
800-505-5095 |
USI has been
providing traffic school courses available in the convenience
of your home since 1993. We have serviced almost 3 million
customers
since that time and have become the most trusted and
reliable
traffic school course available. Customer service is
available 24 hours a
day, 365 days a year to assist you in completing your
traffic school course.
We guarantee you'll be satisfied or your money back.
The course is also available in spanish.
DVD course available in English/Spanish at the following
locations:
Blockbuster video
Blockbuster.com
Publix Super Markets in the video kiosk
Public libraries throughout the state
Internet course available at:
www.usitrafficschool.com |
#1 Lowest Price Traffic School,
Lowestpricetrafficschool.com
(English)
Laescuelitabarata.com
(Spanish), pick Internet,
DVD, Video, or Classroom - 100 FL Locations, Inc. |
Statewide |
800-729-1460 |
www.LowestPriceTrafficSchool.com
offers online traffic school for tickets and driver education courses required to obtain a Florida
learner's permit approved by Florida DHSMV and the National Safety Commission.
Featured Driver Courses include:
4 Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI), TCAC, Court Ordered courses to keep points of your driving
record and ensure your insurance rates will not increase.
8 Hour Aggressive Driving Course
ADI 12 Hour DMV and Court Ordered Course
4 Hour Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE)
55 and Older Insurance Discount Course
DMV Prep Courses: Driver Permit & License
Our courses are available in BOTH English & Spanish:
English: www.LowestPriceTrafficSchool.com
Spanish: www.LaEscuelitaBarata.com
We offer Florida learner’s permit packages for new drivers and parents including; Parent Teen Driving Contracts,
Teen Driving Log, Parent Monitoring Program and Driver Education Parent Handbook.
Call us to learn more about our courses and Customer Satisfaction Guarantee…we guarantee you’ll pass!
Get started today by registering online at our website or contact us toll free at 1-800-729-1460.
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#1National Traffic Safety
Institute NTSI.com
Spanish/English Internet or CLassroom |
Statewide |
800-654-6874 |
The National
Traffic Safety Institute, established in 1974, offers
a New approach to driving safety. Personal accountability
is stressed as the student explores an interactive curriculum
based upon proven behavioral modification principals.
We stress the importance of personal choice in behavioral
change.
The classes we offer onsite, online, and through
various other channels of published media share a
common goal - making drivers safer. Our workshops
are interactive and allow for instant feedback from
the participant. Our online and printed sessions are
enhanced with visually attractive media and entertaining
examples that make learning easier and more effective.
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Statewide |
800-252-9951 |
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To become an affiliate, visit us at www.TrafficSchoolAffiliate.com
We Make Traffic School E-A-S-Y!
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| Florida Educational Driving School |
Broward |
954-345-5155 |
Website: www.fedsafe.com |
| Florida Safety Council |
Statewide |
800-372-3335 |
Website: www.floridasafety.org
"Preparing You For A Safer Tomorrow"
Promoting traffic safety has been
a cornerstone of the Florida Safety Council's education
and training since 1953. As a leader in the industry
the Florida Safety Council has over 50 traffic and
safety related courses available on the Internet.
Classroom courses are available at any of FSC's 6
locations throughout Florida. The Florida Safety Council
prides itself in providing only the highest quality
safety education at an affordable price while NEVER
charging hidden fees.
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Statewide |
888-660-8908 |
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National Safety Council
www.nscddconline.com/florida |
Statewide |
800-237-0676 |
National Safety
Council is a not-for-profit, public service organization
committed to promoting safety in our workplaces, on
our roads and highways, and in our homes and communities.
National Safety Council is the premier provider of defensive
driver training in the nation. More than 40 years ago,
we were the first organization to offer driver improvement
programs - and 60 million students later; we're still
setting the standard.
With National Safety Council's Florida DDC-Online
you can receive this training at your convenience
on your personal computer and print your completion
certificate right after you graduate! Using state-of-the-art
animation, graphics, and sound narration, our online
course offers the most engaging, interactive learning
experience than any other online driver improvement
course. Click here to take a free demo and experience
it for yourself.
National Safety Council provides Florida motorists
the 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement course for the
purposes -
TCAC - Traffic Collision Avoidance
Course (TCAC)
COURT REQUIRED - Point Reduction
COURT ORDER - Driver Improvement (BDI)
INSURANCE DISCOUNT
Online course, go to www.nscddconline.com/florida
or call us at 800-775-1484.
Classroom programs go to http://www2.nsc.org/training/
to find a classroom near you or call us at 800-237-0676
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| South Florida Safety Program |
Statewide |
305-255-7118 |
Website: www.mytrafficticket.net
South Florida Safety Program has been offering live courses in the Miami area since 1995. Come and join us for a fun, exciting and learning traffic school experience. We offer:
- BDI 4 Hrs Elective, TCAC, Court Ordered
- IDI 8 Hrs Elective and Aggressive
- ADI 12 Hrs DMV and Court Ordered
- 4 Hrs Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Program (First time drivers)
- Insurance Discount Program
- Behind the wheel driving one-on one
Call us today to register, certificates are issue after each class. Daily evening classes from 6-10pm and Saturday morning from 9-1pm
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Florida BDI Online Traffic
School
www.FloridaDriver.com
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Statewide |
866-455-8054 |
Since 1996,
we have helped over 2,100,000 drivers keep their driving
records clean and insurance rates low. In our 12 years
of driver safety education, we have refined our Florida
basic driver improvement online course to be easy,
fast, informative and convenient for any schedule.
Our Florida Department of Highway
Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) approved online
traffic school basic
driver improvement online course (BDI and TCAC)
has only 12 short chapters to read with:
* Short open-book multiple-choice quizzes and final
exam
* Interactive videos and Flash animations [ Course
sample... ]
* FREE DHSMV Notification Included
* Last Minute?! Get your Completion Certificate by
Email the Same Day
* 24/7 Live Customer Support
* Register Now and Pay Later
Simply enter your last name and your zip code into
our exclusive Quick
Start online registration and in minutes you are
on your way towards dismissing your traffic ticket,
avoiding points on your driver record and maintaining
your safe driver status. You can also call us toll-free, 24 hours
a day, 365 days a year at 866-455-8054 and speak to
one of our friendly customer service representatives.
Our Florida online traffic school
basic driver improvement online course (BDI and TCAC)
satisfies all court and state requirements, while
allowing you to study at your own pace. If for any
reason you are not satisfied with our service, we
also offer a 100% money back guarantee with no questions
asked.
Summary:
# Online BDI course available 24/7 at www.FloridaDriver.com
(866-455-8054)
# Live class available at www.YellowTicket.com
(888-750-6400)
# Booklet or printed course available 24/7 by calling
866-455-8054
Additional Course Offerings:
First Time Driver (TLSAE) Course / DMV Permit Test Online
First Time Driver Course
8-Hr Traffic School / Driver Improvement Course
8 Hour Traffic School
12-Hour Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) Course
12 Hour ADI Course
4-hr Co-Parenting Education/Family Stabilization Course (Divorce)
Co-Parenting Course
4-Hr Anger Management Course
Anger Management Course
Thank you for giving us the opportunity
to serve you.
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| Wise Traffic School |
Statewide |
877-885-8843 |
www.wisetrafficschool.com
“WISE Driving Saves Lives”
-On-line Basic Driver Improvement Course: taken to keep points off your driver’s license.
-On-line Traffic Collision Avoidance Course: taken of ordered by Florida DHSMV.
-In-person Basic Driver Improvement Course: taken to keep points of your driver’s license. Offered in Brevard County, FL.
-NO HIDDEN FEES
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