Idaho Traffic School FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions – Online Traffic School in Idaho

How It Works – Traffic School in Idaho

Drivers in Idaho have the option to remove 3 points from their driving record once every 3 years by taking an approved Idaho traffic school course. In some cases, they can even have the opportunity to affect their insurance premiums as well. Many providers will reward safe drivers with a hefty discount on your insurance rates if they complete an Idaho traffic school course.

Whether you’re looking to remove points from your record or you wish to lower your insurance expenses, I Drive Safely’s online Idaho traffic school course is the quick, easy, and convenient option. To help you through the process, we’ve detailed the process to removing points or gaining an insurance discount – that way, you’ll be well prepared before you sign up for our course.

How to Remove Up to 3 Points From Your Idaho Driving Record

How to Get a Discount On Your Auto Insurance in Idaho

How to Remove Up to 3 Points From Your Idaho Driving Record

1. Contact the DMV and inform them of your intention to take a traffic school course.

You must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• You have not taken a defensive driving course within the past 3 years
• Your license has not already been suspended for accumulated points
• You hold a valid, non-commercial Idaho driver’s license

2. Enroll in and complete your I Drive Safely Idaho online traffic school course.

We submit your course completion to the DMV for you, so you don’t need to worry about sending in paperwork. We do, however, recommend getting a copy of your completion certificate for your own records.

3. Check your driving record.

After the DMV has processed your traffic school course, check your driving record. You should see a reduction of 3 points from your history.

How to Get a Discount On Your Auto Insurance in Idaho

1. Contact your insurance agency and ask about eligibility and discount details.

Inquire as to whether they accept a traffic school course for a discount, how much your rates will be reduced, and for what length of time you will enjoy a lower premium. Also ask if they allow you to renew your discount when it expires by retaking the course.

2. Enroll in and complete your Idaho online traffic school course.

3. Submit your certificate of completion to your insurance company.

As you will need to hand your completion certificate over to your insurance company, you’ll need a copy, which we will send to you. We offer email delivery.

4. Enjoy your reduced insurance rate.

Frequently Asked Questions – Online Traffic School in Idaho

Course Information

Course Information

1. Is this course approved by the state of Idaho?

Yes! Your Idaho driver improvement course is state-approved by the Idaho Department of Transportation (DOT) to reduce 3 points from your driving record and to qualify drivers aged 55+ for a state-mandated insurance discount.

2. I'm not sure if I'm eligible to take an Idaho driver Improvement course. How do I find out?

In Idaho, you do not need to have received a traffic ticket to take a course to remove points from your record. If you already have points from previous violations, you may contact your DMV branch for permission to take a driver improvement course and remove up to 3 of them. You’ll need to meet the following eligibility requirements:

• You hold a valid non-commercial Idaho driver’s license
• Your license is not already in suspension due to accumulated points
• You have NOT taken a driver improvement course in the last 3 years (36 months)

Our How it Works page lists all of the eligibility requirements and steps for your Idaho driver improvement course.

3. How do I know if I qualify for the state-mandated insurance discount?

If you are 55 or older, you automatically qualify for the state-mandated discount by completing a driver improvement course. Many insurance providers in Idaho will also reward other drivers of all ages who voluntarily complete a driver improvement course.

Even if you aren’t 55 or older, check with your insurance provider to determine whether they offer a discount for driver improvement, how much you will save, and how long your discount will stay in effect. For more information, please visit our How it Works page.

4. How often can I take a driver improvement course in Idaho?

You may take your course once every 3 years for point reduction and to maintain an insurance discount.

5. How long will this course take?

The Idaho driver improvement course meets the state-required 6 hours. You may work through those 6 hours all in one day if you choose, or you may spread it out over a longer period of time. How long it takes to complete the course is completely up to you!

6. What types of things will I study?

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

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

7. Do I have to take a final exam?

Yes, your final exam consists of 25 multiple-choice questions. You must score 70% or higher to pass, and you may retake the exam if necessary.

8. What is the testing and grading policy?

Each of the 8 chapters contains a quiz that reviews important content from that chapter. There are ten questions per quiz, and you must obtain an 80% or higher to pass on to the next chapter. The quizzes will allow you 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 unlimited times.

Once you get to your final exam, you will encounter 25 multiple-choice questions requiring a 70% or higher passing score. You may retake the exam again if you need another attempt to pass. You are allowed unlimited attempts.

9. 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 them again until you do.

10. Why does this course have timers?

Idaho law requires this course to be 6 hours long. 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 them to advance, but state regulations prohibit us from changing this function. The timers cannot be disabled for any reason.

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

The Idaho courts or DMV typically determines deadlines. While we allow you 180 days to complete your course before your account is suspended, the court or DMV may require you to finish your course much sooner than that. Make sure to determine your court’s deadline before beginning the course.

You must complete the course within 180 days of registration, regardless of court deadlines. 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.