Driver Safety Course

Under certain circumstances, you have a right to take a Driver Safety Course to keep a moving violation off your driving record. Your request may be made either in person or by mail by the date listed on your citation above your signature.

Following are the eligibility requirements for the Driver Safety Course:

  • Not charged with speeding in excess of 24 mph.
  • Do not possess a commercial driver's license in ANY state.
  • Provide the court with BOTH a copy of your Texas Drivers License and Proof of Financial Responsibility (insurance) valid the day of your request.
  • Enclose the payment of $144.00 for court costs or $169.00 if the offense occurred within a school zone.
  • You are not in the process of taking Driver Safety Course under Sec. 543.103 of the Texas Transportation Code nor have you completed Driver Safety Course which is not reflected on your driving record as maintained by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
  • You have not completed Driver Safety Course for the dismissal of a traffic citation within the twelve (12) month period preceding the date of the alleged violation.

If you were charged with any of the following offenses, you DO NOT qualify for dismissal of your citation by way of a Driver Safety Course:

  • Sec. 545.066 Passing a school bus
  • Sec. 545.421 Fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer
  • Sec. 550.022 Accident involving damage to a vehicle
  • Sec. 550.023 Duty to give information and render aid

Should you qualify and meet all of the requirements for Driver Safety Course, your request must be postmarked on or before your initial appearance date, as stated on your citation.

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