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About Driver Improvement Clinics
There are many Reasons for Attending a Driver Improvement Course. Make sure you know which one applies to you.
Complete Your Driver Improvement Clinic Online or In-Person: Key Details to Know
The driver improvement clinic offers flexible options, allowing participants to complete the course online or in person, regardless of age. If opting for the online course, both the course material and the final test must be completed through a DMV-licensed online provider. For those choosing an in-person clinic, the final test must be taken at the clinic location. Scheduling in advance is highly recommended to ensure you meet the DMV deadline.
Affordable Fees and Defensive Driving Benefits
The clinic fee is capped at $100, making it an affordable way to enhance your driving skills. During the eight-hour course, you’ll learn essential defensive driving techniques designed to help you avoid and prevent crashes. Clinics are available at locations statewide—use our search tool to find a clinic near you.
Important Information for Court-Mandated Attendance
If a court requires you to attend a driver improvement clinic, they will determine whether you qualify for safe driving points. Be sure to provide the necessary court documentation to the clinic, as DMV cannot award points without it.
Pro Tip: Whether you’re improving your driving record, fulfilling court requirements, or aiming to save on insurance premiums, driver improvement clinics are an effective solution to meet your goals.
| ATTENDANCE REASON | REASON CODE | DESCRIPTION OF REASON | SAFE DRIVING POINTS INFORMATION |
| Court Required | COU | Drivers required by the court to complete clinic.
Note: If you have not been to court, you are not court directed. |
A court document stating that the driver is to be awarded safe driving points must be presented to the clinic. Safe driving points will not be awarded if this documentation is not received by the clinic. |
| DMV Required | DMV | Drivers required by DMV to complete clinic. | Safe driving points are awarded for drivers 18 and over. Drivers under age 18 will not be awarded safe driving points if the clinic attendance was required by DMV. |
| Insurance | INS | Drivers completing the clinic to receive an insurance premium discount; eligibility must be verified with the driver’s insurance company | No safe driving points are awarded. |
| Volunteer | VOL | Drivers completing clinic voluntarily | Safe driving points are awarded |
| Commercial Driver Court Required | CMC | Commercial driver (CDL) required by the court to complete commercial vehicle operator’s clinic | A court document stating that the driver is to be awarded safe driving points must be presented to the clinic. Safe driving points will not be awarded if this documentation is not received by the clinic. |
| Commercial Driver DMV Required | CMD | Commercial driver (CDL) required by DMV to complete a commercial vehicle operator’s clinic | Safe driving points are awarded |
| Commercial Driver Volunteer | CMV | Commercial driver (CDL) voluntarily completing a commercial vehicle operator’s clinic | Safe driving points are awarded |
Key Steps for Signing Up for a Driver Improvement Clinic
When registering for a driver improvement clinic, follow these steps to ensure a smooth process:
- Provide Your Reason for Attending: Inform the clinic provider about your attendance purpose, such as court requirements or voluntary participation.
- Present a Valid Photo ID: A government-issued ID is mandatory.
- Submit Court Documentation (if applicable): If the court mandates your attendance and has approved safe driving points, provide the documentation to the clinic.
Flexible Clinic Options: Online or In-Person
- Online Completion: Take the course and final test via a DMV-licensed online clinic provider.
- In-Person Option: Complete the course and final test at a physical location.
Find a list of DMV-approved clinics online at DMVNow.com under Drivers/ID Services.
Understanding the Points System
- Demerit Points: Assigned for traffic violations and remain valid for two years from the offense date.
- Safe Driving Points: Earned for each full year without violations or by completing a driver improvement clinic. Points are awarded in April for the previous year.
Additional Details
- Clinics must report completion to the DMV within 24 hours.
- For concerns, contact DMV’s toll-free support line at 1-877-885-5790.
By attending a clinic, you’ll improve your driving record, enhance safety skills, and potentially earn safe driving points—all while meeting DMV or court requirements.
