Alabama Defensive Driving Course FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Defensive Driving in Alabama

How to Take an Online Defensive Driving Course in Alabama

Alabama traffic tickets can come with some stiff fines and penalties. And while the state of Alabama doesn’t provide point reductions, the state does allow you to potentially dismiss your traffic ticket entirely – meaning neither the violation nor the points will appear on your driving record. However, this isn’t mandatory, and is determined based upon your personal circumstances.

Many insurance providers will also reward their clients for completing an Alabama defensive driving course voluntarily. We’ve outlined the steps for each of these processes below, so that no matter what your goal is, you have a clear path to get there.

How to Dismiss Your Alabama Traffic Ticket

How to Get a Discount on Your Alabama Auto Insurance

How to Dismiss Your Alabama Traffic Ticket

1. Contact your court and request permission to attend a defensive driving course.

You will either need to appear in court on the date listed on your violation, or you will need to contact your court by that date to ask permission for ticket dismissal. Dismissing a ticket can be achieved through completion of a state-approved defensive driving course. The court may still give you a date by which you must appear, depending upon your violation.To be eligible:

• • Your ticket must be for a minor moving violation, and
  • You must possess a valid, non-commercial Alabama drivers license

2. Enroll in and complete your I Drive Safely Alabama defensive driving course.

3. Submit your completion certificate to your court by their given deadline.

The court will have given you a length of time in which you must complete your course. Make sure you finish and receive your certificate of completion within the time allotted.

4. Check your driving record.

Within a couple of weeks, the court will have processed your ticket dismissal, and your violation (and associated points) will not be assessed, nor will they be reported to your insurance company.

How to Get a Discount on Your Alabama Auto Insurance

1. Contact your insurance provider and inquire as to whether they approve defensive driving courses for a premium reduction.

Each company is different, but generally you will be eligible as long as you have a good driving history and you haven’t taken a defensive driving course within the past year.Be sure to ask how much of a discount you will receive, and how long that reduction will remain in effect. Also ask whether they allow renewals when the discount has expired – if so, you can take our course again to renew your insurance reduction!

2. Enroll in and complete your I Drive Safely Alabama defensive driving course.

3. Submit your completion certificate to your insurance agency.

Give them a couple weeks to process your defensive driving course, and make sure to remain in contact with your agent to find out when your reduction will go into effect.

4. Enjoy your reduced insurance rate!

Frequently Asked Questions for Defensive Driving in Alabama

Course Information

Course Information

1. Is this course approved?

Yes! Your Alabama defensive driving course is court-approved throughout the state to satisfy requirements for ticket dismissal. Currently it is approved by the following Alabama courts:

• Covington County
  • Covington County District Court
  • Lockhart Municipal Court
• Dale County
  • Daleville Municipal Court
  • Napier Field Municipal Court
  • Ozark Municipal Court

For all other counties, contact your local district court for more information on approved courses.

2. I'm not sure if I'm eligible to take an Alabama defensive driving course. How do I find out?

Ticket dismissal is granted on a case-by-case basis in Alabama, and requirements will differ from court to court. Generally, you will be eligible if:

• You possess a valid, non-commercial Alabama drivers license
• Your violation is a non-criminal minor moving violation
• Your license has not been suspended or revoked

Check with your specific court before enrolling in our course. We have all of the eligibility requirements and steps to take for the Alabama defensive driving course listed on our How It Works page.

3. How long will this course take?

Your Alabama defensive driving course is not timed, though generally, students take roughly 6 hours to complete the course. Your course material is broken down into 8 single-subject units, which you can complete at your own pace. Therefore, how long the course takes is up to you!

4. What types of things will I study?

Each of your 8 course chapters focuses on single topics that pertain to Alabama driving and traffic laws. These topics include:

• Highway safety
• Alcohol- and drug-impaired driving
• State traffic laws
• Driving emergencies
• Vehicle maintenance

5. Do I have to take a final exam?

Yes. The final exam is 20 multiple-choice questions, and you will need to achieve a passing score of 80% or higher. You may retake the exam as many times as you need to pass.

6. What is the testing and grading policy?

Each of the 8 chapters contains a quiz that reviews important content from that chapter. There are 10 questions per quiz; you need to obtain an 80% or higher to pass onto the next chapter. The quizzes will provide you with an excellent opportunity to master the course material and prepare for your final exam. You will be provided with feedback on any incorrect answers, and you may retake your quizzes an unlimited amount of times.

You will then take your final exam at the end of your course, with 20 multiple-choice questions and a passing score of 80% or higher. You may retake the exam if you do not pass on your first try. You are allowed unlimited attempts.

7. Is there any way I can fail the course?

Absolutely not! You have unlimited retakes on your chapter quizzes and final exam, so if you fail to achieve a passing score on your first try, you may simply retake the chapter again until you do.

8. Is there a time limit to complete this course?

Deadlines are typically determined by the Alabama courts. While we allow you 180 days to complete your course before your account is suspended, the court may require you to finish your course much sooner than that. Make sure to determine their deadline before beginning the course.

Regardless of court deadlines, you must complete the course within 180 days of registration. Any student who has not successfully completed the course within 180 days will be terminated without notice and will not be eligible for a refund.

9. What certificate delivery options do I have?

If you complete the course, we will process your info on the same day. We then email your completion certificate.