The Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course is available statewide to any licensed Florida driver, regardless of which county issued your citation or where you live.
Florida drivers who need or want to complete the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course can do so from any location in the state. The course is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and meets state requirements for all counties. Whether you received a citation, were ordered by a court, or want an insurance discount, the course is accessible statewide.
Who Can Enroll in the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course?
Any licensed Florida driver is eligible to enroll in the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course, no matter which county you live in or where your citation was issued. You can take the course for three main reasons:
- Election track: You received a qualifying traffic citation and want to prevent points from being added to your driving record.
- Court-ordered track: A judge or magistrate has required you to complete the course.
- Voluntary track: You are taking the course for an insurance discount or for personal reasons.
Eligibility for the election track depends on the type of violation. Always confirm your eligibility with the clerk of court in the county where your citation was issued.
County Requirements and the Role of the FLHSMV
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) approves the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course for use across all counties. While the course is available statewide, each county may have specific rules about which violations qualify for the election track. If you are unsure about your eligibility or requirements, check with the clerk of court in the county where your citation was issued. For more information on statewide driving requirements, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
What to Do Before Enrolling for a Citation
If you plan to take the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course to prevent points after a traffic citation, you must confirm your eligibility with the clerk of court in the county where your citation was issued. Not all violations qualify for the election track, and county clerks are the official source for eligibility details. Make sure you understand your county’s process before enrolling.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Available statewide | Yes |
| Counties served | All Florida counties |
| Election track eligibility | Confirm qualifying violation with clerk of court |
| Court-ordered enrollment | Available statewide |
| Voluntary enrollment | Available statewide |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course in any county?
No. The Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course is available statewide, so you can enroll from any county in Florida.
My citation was issued in one county but I live in another. Can I still enroll?
Yes. You can enroll in the course no matter where you live. For the election track, you must make your election with the clerk of court in the county where your citation was issued.
How do I know if my violation qualifies for the election track?
Contact the clerk of court in the county where your citation was issued. The clerk can confirm whether your specific violation is eligible for the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course.
Is the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course approved by the state of Florida?
Yes. The Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) for use statewide.
Can I take the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course voluntarily to get an insurance discount?
Yes. Any licensed Florida driver can take the course voluntarily, including for an insurance discount or personal improvement.