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Texas Online Defensive Driving Course Overview

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Online Defensive Driving Course

The Texas Defensive Driving course is a six-hour course regulated by the Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Drivers take this course to get a ticket dismissed or obtain a discount on their auto insurance premium. Schools approved by the TDLR offer the course in a classroom setting or online. A printable certificate of completion is issued upon completion of the course. Drivers submit this completion to the court to get their ticket dismissed or they submit it to the insurance company to obtain a discount.

Texas Defensive Driving Course Topics

The course covers traffic laws and techniques for driving safely on Texas roads. The specific topics are regulated by the TDLR and include:

  • Rules of the Road
  • Distracted Driving
  • Driving Emergencies
  • Protecting Yourself While Driving
  • Driving in All Seasons
  • Adult and Child Safety Equipment
  • Impaired Driving
  • Driving Behaviors
  • Recent Trends in Driving
  • Best Practices and Procedures

How to Dismiss a Texas Traffic Ticket

You can get your traffic ticket dismissed and avoid having points added to your driver record by completing an approved Texas Defensive Driving online course.

Eligibility Criteria for Texas Defensive Driving Course & Ticket Dismissal Process

Each court specifies its own eligibility requirements for taking a Defensive Driving course for ticket dismissal, so you must check with your court to ensure you qualify. In general, you're usually eligible to take a Defensive Driving course if you meet the following requirements:

  • You have a valid driver's license (that is not a Commercial Driver's License).
  • You were ticketed for a moving violation such as speeding or running a red light.
  • You have not taken Texas traffic school for a ticket you received in the last 12 months.

Procedure to Request Defensive Driving and Obtain Your Texas Driving Record

You must request to take a Defensive Driving course for the traffic violation shown on your citation and pay a fee to the court for permission to take the course. If you are granted permission to take a Defensive Driving course to dismiss your traffic violation, you will be required by your court to obtain a copy of your Texas driving record. You can save time and have Safe2Drive order your driver record for you.

Submit Your Course Completion Certificate for Ticket Dismissal

When you complete the course, you will take your Certificate of Completion to your court to prove that you have taken the course, and your ticket will be dismissed.


How to Get a Texas Auto Insurance Discount

Many insurance companies offer auto discounts to drivers who complete a Defensive Driving program. Check with your insurance provider to see if they offer this discount. Discounts can be as high as 15%.

Securing Your Insurance Discount: Course Completion and Certificate Submission

If your insurance provider does offer this discount, select the "Insurance Discount" option when you register for the course. When you complete the course, print a copy of your Certificate of Completion and deliver it to your insurance company. They'll reduce your car insurance premium.


How Does the Online Course Work?

Safe2Drive's Online Defensive Driving course is quick and easy. Get everything done in three simple steps!

Step One: Register for the course.

Create a username and password and fill out your contact information.

Step Two: Take the course online.

Our course consists of 11 short online lessons. We've incorporated the final exam into the multiple-choice end-of-lessons quizzes. That means you'll take the final exam as you progress through the course. You must pass the end-of-lesson quiz to proceed to the next lesson. Most people pass the lesson quiz on their first attempt, but you can retake a lesson quiz as many times as necessary to pass at no extra fee.

You may log in and out of the course as often as you'd like. Take it all in one sitting or come and go on your own schedule. It's completely up to you!

Step Three: Get your Certificate of Completion.

When you complete the course, we will immediately email you your Certificate of Completion for FREE. You must sign the court copy of the certificate and deliver it to your court. We provide you with an additional copy of your certificate that you can keep for your records.


Why Waste Time in a Classroom?

Why spend hours confined to a classroom when modern technology offers a convenient alternative?

Online defensive driving courses are a game-changer. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) allows you to learn at your own pace, without the hassle of commuting or sticking to rigid class schedules. Whether you're curled up on your couch, taking a break at work, or sipping coffee at a local café, you can access the course. It's the perfect blend of flexibility and efficiency, tailored for today's busy lifestyle.


Why Choose Safe2Drive Traffic School?

At Safe2Drive, we put our customers above everything else. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and top-notch defensive driving courses at low prices. We're constantly updating our courses to make sure they have the most up-to-date information and use the best technology available.

Experience hassle-free learning: Complete the course from home or on-the-go

Best of all, our online courses are easy to complete and extremely convenient. Skip the hassle of the classroom and take your course online from the comfort of your own home (or on the go!).

Approved in all Texas counties.

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Frequently Asked Questions

General Note

We have made every attempt to answer the most commonly asked Texas Defensive Driving questions. Please call or email us if your question is not here.

What is the Texas Defensive Driving course?

The Texas Defensive Driving Online course is a six-hour course regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Drivers take this course to get a ticket dismissed or obtain a discount on their auto insurance premium.

Is this course approved in the state of Texas?

Yes, our course is approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). You can view our license here: TDLR approved.

How do I know my county or court will accept Safe2Drive programs?

Because our course is approved by the state of Texas, our certificates of completion are recognized and accepted at all Texas courts.

How does the Texas Defensive Driving course work?

Get everything done in three easy steps!

1. Register for the Texas Defensive Driving course

Registration is fast and easy -- only two minutes! You will provide your contact information and create a username and password. Use your username and password to access the course as often as you want. We provide an unlimited number of logins.

2. Take the Course Lessons and Quizzes

Our Texas online Defensive Driving course consists of eleven (11) lessons. You can complete the course at your own pace: a little at a time or all in one sitting. Each time you log in, we automatically take you to where you last left off.

We have incorporated the final exam into the end-of-lesson quiz questions. This means you take the final exam as you progress through the course.

At the end of each lesson, you will be asked four questions about the material you just studied. This feature allows you to easily master the content and help you pass your online Defensive Driving course with flying colors! We want to make this process as easy and anxiety-free as possible for you.

You must answer at least three of the four questions correctly to move on to the next lesson.

3. Get Your Certificate of Completion

When you complete the course, we will immediately email you your Certificate of Completion. Please sign the court copy and send it to your court. An additional copy is also included so you have a record that you have successfully completed a Texas Defensive Driving program.

How long does the course take?

This course satisfies the Defensive Driving course requirements and is 6 hours in length. You can take the course at your leisure. Simply log in and out as often as you wish.

Do I need a copy of my driver record?

If you are taking this course to have your traffic ticket dismissed, you will need a copy of your certified driving record. We provide you with the option of ordering a certified copy.

If I order a driver record, how soon will I receive it?

Your driver record will be emailed to you the same day you order it, as long as you order it and make payment for the driver record prior to 4 PM CST on a business day (Monday through Friday). If you pay for your driver record after 4 PM CST or on a non-business day, it will be emailed to you the next business day.

Am I eligible to take a defensive driving course to dismiss my traffic ticket?

Generally, you are eligible in the state of Texas if you:

  • Hold a valid non-commercial driver's license

  • Have been cited for a minor moving violation

  • Have NOT completed a defensive driving course in the last 12 months

  • Did NOT commit your infraction in a construction zone

Contact your court to request more information concerning your particular traffic ticket if you still are unclear whether you qualify for traffic school.

How often can I take a Texas Defensive Driving course?

You may take a defensive driving course once every twelve months.

Can I take the online course on my phone?

Our Texas Defensive Driving course is mobile and tablet friendly on all devices.

Is there a final exam?

There is no final exam. We have incorporated the final exam questions into the end-of-lesson quizzes.

What happens if I do not pass the lesson quiz?

Most people pass each quiz the first time. However, if you fail a lesson quiz, you will have to retake it as many times as necessary until you achieve a 75% or better (3 out of 4 questions correct) before moving on to the next lesson.

Do you send the certificate straight to the court?

No. We will send the certificate to you. You must sign it and deliver it to the court.

How soon will I get my printable certificate?

When you complete the course, we will immediately email you your Certificate of Completion. Please sign the court copy and deliver it to your court. An additional copy is also included so you have a record that you have successfully completed a Texas Defensive Driving program.

If I order a driver record, how soon will I receive it?

Your driver record will be emailed to you the same day you order it, as long as you order it and make payment for the driver record prior to 4 PM CST on a business day (Monday through Friday). If you pay for your driver record after 4 PM CST or on a non-business day, it will be emailed to you the next business day.

What is the cost of the Texas Defensive Driving Online course?

The course price is $25.00.

What is the difference between a Defensive Driving course and a Driving Safety course?

The short answer: none. They are the same thing. Both the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) use the term Driving Safety on their web sites and in nearly all their print material. Most people, including highway patrol officers and local police officers, use the term Defensive Driving.

Verify TDLR Approval: Check for Course Provider and School Numbers

The course is 6 hours long and is offered by schools who have been approved by the TDLR to offer it. You can tell if a school is approved by looking for its Course Provider Number ("CP Number") and School Number "C Number". Safe2Drive's numbers are CP557 and C2229. This shows we are approved by the TDLR.

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