Florida 12 Hour ADI Course Online

Florida 12-Hour Advanced Driver Improvement Course

Our course is fully authorized by the state of Florida in all 67 counties to get you one step closer to reinstating your Florida drivers license. 

You must take the 12 hour ADI course if:

• You’ve received 12 points in 12 months
• Your license has been suspended or revoked for non-DUI-related habitual violations
• Your license has been suspended or revoked due to accumulated points
• You have received a court order to attend an ADI course

We understand that you want to right your driving-related wrongs and get back on the road safer and more responsible than ever. That’s why we made sure our course is convenient, quick, and fun for everyone.

Complete the 12 Hour Florida ADI Course on Your Schedule

Our completely online course offers the flexibility and freedom to complete the coursework based on your own learning preferences and schedule. After all, the process of regaining your license should go as smoothly as possible! If you have questions or concerns about the course or the traffic school process, our team of experts is available to help 7 days a week.

With I Drive Safely, you can complete your course:

• Anywhere – all you need is a computer or mobile device with an Internet connection!
• Anytime – you have 24/7 online access to your coursework.
• At your own pace – complete the 12 hour course in one sitting, or take it one chapter at a time. Your course progress saves automatically!

We offer a course that utilizes adult education techniques that maximize retention including interactive graphics, vibrant animations, and lively audio. These allow you to become a safer, more responsible driver in record time!

I Drive Safely gives you the most convenient tools to get your Florida license reinstated – what are you waiting for? Sign up today!

How it Works – Florida 12-Hour ADI Course

Getting through the advanced driver improvement course process can feel long and arduous, which is why we’ve compiled this step by step guide to help you get your license reinstated and get you back on the road in no time.

How to Fulfill Your 12-Hour Traffic School Requirements

1. Receive a court order to attend an Advanced Driver Improvement Course.

You will likely need to appear before a judge due to your license suspension or revocation, at which time you will be notified of your required attendance at an ADI course.

Time frames for suspension are as follows:

• 12 points in 12 months: 30-day suspension
• 18 points in 18 months: 3-month suspension
• 24 points in 36 months: 1-year suspension
• Habitual traffic offender: 5 years, with hardship license eligibility after 1 year

2. Enroll in the Florida 12-Hour ADI Course. Apply for a Florida hardship license.

A hardship license will allow you to drive to and from your place of employment so that you aren’t in jeopardy of losing your income. To apply for your hardship license:

• Schedule an appointment at your local Florida driving office for license reinstatement.
• Print out your enrollment certificate upon registering for the course.
• Order a copy of your Florida 30-day driving record.
• Take both the enrollment certificate and your driving record to your local Florida driving office at your scheduled appointment.

3. Complete the 12-Hour ADI Course.
4. Receive your completion certificate, along with confirmation of your course completion being reported to an authorized Florida driving center .

Once you complete your coursework, you won’t be kept waiting. 

• If you’re completing the course as directed by a Florida-authorized driving office ,  reporting will happen electronically to the state of Florida. 
• If you’ve been ordered to complete the Florida advanced driving course by a Florida court, your physical completion certificate will be processed as soon as possible for delivery to your home address.

Once your court has been notified of your course completion, you will receive notice from the court of your next steps toward license reinstatement, which may or may not involve a court appearance or application for reinstatement at your local Florida-authorized driving office. At that time, you will need to provide:

• Proof of registration
• Proof of insurance
• A license reinstatement fee (which varies by court)

You will also need to retake your drivers license exam and vision test. After you have completed all requirements, you will be re-issued your Florida drivers license.

Frequently Asked Questions – 12 Hour Traffic School in Florida

Course Information

Course Information

1. Why should I take a traffic school course?

Depending on your situation, a Florida traffic school course can help you:

• Dismiss a traffic ticket
• Earn a point reduction
• Meet a court requirement
• Work toward license reinstatement after suspension
• Earn an insurance discount

2. Is this course accepted by Florida courts?

Yes! The Florida 12-Hour Traffic School is state-authorized to meet all requirements for ticket dismissal, court-ordered traffic school, and license reinstatement.

3. Which traffic school courses do you offer in Florida?

We offer 3 courses to meet the needs of every driver:

The Florida 4-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course – For drivers who have received a non-criminal minor traffic ticket, or have been ordered by the court to complete a Basic Driver Improvement Course (Also called a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course [TCAC]). You may also take this course voluntarily to receive an insurance discount (check with your insurance provider for eligibility and details).

The Florida 8-Hour Traffic School course – For drivers who have received two or more traffic tickets in a period of 12 months, and the court has referred you to complete a driver improvement course. Some counties may also allow you to take this course if you have already completed the 4-Hour BDI course.

The Florida 12-Hour Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) course – For drivers who have:

• Received 12 points in 12 months
• Had their license suspended or revoked for non-DUI-related habitual violations
• Had their license suspended or revoked due to accumulated points
• Received a court order to attend an ADI course

4. I'm not sure if I'm eligible to take Florida traffic school. How do I find out?

We have all of the eligibility requirements and steps to take for the Florida traffic school courses listed on our How It Works page. Generally, you are eligible in the state of Florida if you:

• Hold a valid non-commercial drivers license
• Have been cited for a minor moving violation
• Have NOT completed traffic school in the last 12 months
• Have contacted your court within 30 days of your citation

If you still are unclear as to whether you qualify for traffic school, contact your court and request more information concerning your particular circumstances.

5. I live in another state and got a traffic ticket in Florida. Can I still take this course?

Yes, you may still take a Florida traffic school course. Make sure to contact the court cited on your traffic ticket prior to enrollment. Once you have completed the course, you will need to submit your certificate of completion to the Florida court.

6. How long will this course take?

The Florida 12-Hour ADI Traffic School will take the state-mandated 12 hours to complete.

7. What types of things will I study?

Each of your 8 course chapters focuses on a single topic that pertains to Florida driving and traffic laws. These topics include:

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

8. Do I have to take a final exam?

Yes, you do. The 12-Hour course features 10 essay questions (no right or wrong answers), with a 50-word minimum per answer.

9. What is the testing and grading policy?

For your 12-Hour course, you will be asked 65 quiz questions throughout your course material. Some of these will be multiple-choice, and others will require essay responses, similar to your final exam.

You will then take your final exam at the end of your course, as referenced in the previous question.

10. What will happen if I fail the final exam?

You may retake your quizzes and final exam if you do not obtain a passing score of 80% or higher on your first try.

11. Why does this course have timers?

This course is required by Florida law to span 4, 8, or 12 hours in length. To comply with this law, we (and all other online defensive driving schools) are required to place timers on each page of the course. We realize that some students may read faster than the timer will permit you to advance, but state regulations prohibit us from changing this function. The timers cannot be disabled for any reason.

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

Deadlines are typically determined by the Florida 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 your court’s 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 have their account terminated without notice, and will not be eligible for a refund.

13. Can I contact I Drive Safely with questions?

Yes! If you have questions or concerns about your course or the license reinstatement process, feel free to give us a call, send us an email, or use our live chat feature. Our customer support team is available for you 7 days a week and will get you the answers you need with exemplary service and consideration.