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The
Questions and Answers in this section pertain to the
State of Florida.
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for questions for Learners Permit or First Time
Drivers
These questions for point reduction only
Should I go to a
traffic school and how do I register?
What do I do if I forget my
password after I register?
How much does the
course cost?
I'm a slow reader, can I take
longer than the allotted time to finish these courses?
How long does it take
to get my certificate?
Do I have
to complete this course in one sitting?
How long do I have to
pay my ticket and complete the course?
If I have been to traffic school
before can I go again?
What are the benefits
of taking a driver improvement course?
What do I do if
the website is not working properly?
Must I register with
a school in the same county I received my ticket?
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR DRIVERS
WITH A CDL (Commercial Drivers
License): Florida Statute 318.14 - Effective
2005, if you are a holder of Commercial Driver's
Licenses you are not eligible to elect to attend a
Basic Driver Improvement course for point dismissal,
regardless of whether the citation was received in a
commercial or a personal vehicle.
Should I
go to a traffic school and how do I register?
Yes, if you are eligible
you should complete a state certified traffic school.
To register or get complete information
click here. When you receive a citation, points are assessed
to your driving record. To check your driving record
click here. By
successfully completing a traffic school course you will
prevent points from being assessed to your driving
record. If you register online you can pay with a credit
or debit card
on
our secure server processing form
and start the class immediately.
What do I
do if I forget my password after I register?
You can contact us by
phone at 1-800-771-2255 during normal business hours or
by e-mail
click here.
You will need to prove it is you contacting us.
How much does the course cost?
Our 4 hour online point
reduction and first time drivers classes are only
$24.50. Our 8 hour online class is only $55.00 and our
12 hour online class is just $99.00.
Click here to register
for any of these courses.
I'm a
slow reader, can I take longer than the allotted time to
finish these courses?
Yes, you can work at
your own pace and take as long as you need. The course
cannot be completed in less time then the state
requirements. The time requirements are the same as a
live class.
How
long does it take to get my certificate?
The certificate is mailed
(no charge) to you the same day you complete the class
if it is during normal business hours. If it is after
hours or a weekend, it will be mailed the next
business day. Please complete the class in time for the
certificate to reach you in order to remit before your
deadline. If you are on a short time limit, you may
have the certificate e-mailed or faxed to you. There is
an additional charge for this.
Do I have to complete
this course in one sitting?
No, it's totally up to
you. Our programs are designed for the person who does
not have time to do it in one sitting. The course is
divided into modules and you can log on and off as often
as you like. When you log back in the computer will
start exactly where you logged off.
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How
long do I have to pay my ticket and complete the course?
In Florida you have 30 days to
contact the Clerk of Courts in the county in which you
received your citation. You must either pay the fine,
ask for an extension or let them know you are going to
court to fight your case. After you pay your ticket you
have 60 days in some counties and 90 days in other
counties to complete your course and submit your course completion
certificate. For verification of compliance, check with the Clerks office in that
county.
Click Here
for office locations.
IMPORTANT:
After you receive your certificate of completion of the
defensive driving course, you must show proof of
completion to the Clerk of Court's office in the county
in which you received your ticket.
If you elect
the court appearance: Inform the Clerk of Court in
the county where you received the citation, that you
are requesting a court hearing. The Clerk's Office will assign you
a court date. The court may find you guilty, assess
points, impose a civil penalty, require you to attend
traffic school, or all of the above. Your insurance
rates may increase or your policy may be canceled.
If I have been to traffic school before can I go again?
You can only
elect to attend a point reduction class one time in a 12
month period (calculated from the date of your traffic
violation and not by calendar year) and five times in
your life time (Florida Statutes, 318.14(9)). Exceptions include Broward County and Miami-Dade County
where you may be able to complete an 8 hour course in the
same year if you have already taken a 4-Hour course
during that year. A judge may also approve on a case
by case basis
click here. If the courts send you to school that
does not count as one of your elect times. You can
attend as often as you like for refresher information
and safety updates. If you are not sure if you are
eligible you may get a copy of your driving
record which will provide you that information.
Click here
to get a copy of your driving record.
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What are the benefits of taking a
driver improvement course?
When you take an approved driver improvement class as a
result of an applicable traffic violation, the violation
is included on your driver record as "adjudication
withheld"
(Florida Statutes,
318.14(9)):
- No points are
assessed against your driver's license
- Civil
fine/penalty may be reduced up to 18%
- Your Safe
Driver status is maintained (as long as there was no
traffic accident involved)
- Your insurance
company cannot raise your premium or refuse to renew
a policy for motor vehicle insurance (solely because
of a non-criminal traffic infraction) when there was
no traffic accident involved. Exceptions
are when you: have a second infraction within 18
months, have a third infraction within 36 months, or
exceed the speed limit by more than 15 miles per
hour.
What do I do if the website is
not working properly?
If the pages are not working or not loading properly,
you should shut down your computer totally and reboot
and try again. Usually these situations are caused by
your Internet Service Provider or excessive web traffic.
If you still have a problem you can call customer
support at 1-800-771-2255.
Must I register with a school in
the same county I received my ticket?
No, you can register and
take a course in any county in the State of Florida or
online. However you must pay your ticket and turn in
your course completed certificate to the county in which
you received your ticket. Be sure you register with a State Certified
School.
Register Here
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10 years.
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Questions for Learners Permits and First Time Drivers
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How
old do I have to be to sign up for this course?
What do I need to
bring with me to class?
What do I need to
take to the Drivers License Office to get my Permit or
License?
What happens if I
get a ticket before I turn 18?
What does tobacco or
cigarettes have to do with my drivers license?
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How old do I have to be to sign
up for this course?
According to Florida DMV a person must be at least 14
years of age or older to sign up for a learners permit.
You cannot apply for your learners permit until your
15th birthday.
What do I need to bring with me
to class?
Just bring an open mind and a willingness to learn,
all supplies are provided at the class. If you take the
class online you may want to have a pencil and paper
ready incase you need to write something down. To take
the course online
click here.
What do I need to take to the
Drivers License Office to get my Permit or License?
The DMV requires you to bring the 4 hour drug and
alcohol course certificate, if take online, and the DMV
exam waiver number. You must also bring identification
as listed in the Florida Drivers Handbook & if you are
under 18, you must present a Parental consent Form with
a notarized signature or be signed in the presence of a
Drivers License Examiner. Check you local listing for
the DMV if you have other questions.
What happens if I get a ticket
before I turn 18?
Teens who receive a citation may attend a state
certified traffic school or online course to avoid a
conviction or points. If you receive 6 points on your
driving record in a 12 month period, your driving
privileges will automatically be restricted to work
purposes only for 12 months or until you turn 18.
Additional restrictions may also be imposed. Check your
driving record
here.
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What does tobacco or cigarettes
have to do with my drivers license?
If you are convicted of possession of tobacco
products before the age of 18, your driving privileges
will be suspended.
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