Texas Defensive Driving Course Online

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 fee is $25.00. The State of Texas also requires all schools to charge a $3 administrative fee in addition to the course fee.

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.