To submit your Tennessee Driver Education Course certificate for point reduction, send your certificate to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security within 90 days of your conviction date. You must first receive an eligibility letter from the department.
If you have completed the Tennessee Driver Education Course to reduce points on your driving record, you need to follow specific steps set by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security. Timely submission and eligibility are important to ensure your points are reduced.
Step-by-Step: How to Submit Your Certificate
- Receive your eligibility letter: The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) will mail you a letter if you are eligible for point reduction after a conviction.
- Complete the Tennessee Driver Education Course: Enroll and finish the course after receiving your eligibility letter, and make sure you complete it within 90 days of your conviction date.
- Get your certificate: After passing the final exam, Driving Logic will email your completion certificate to you.
- Submit your certificate: You must submit your certificate to the Tennessee DSHS within 90 days of your conviction date. You can submit it by:
- Online: Use the Tennessee e-Services portal on the Tennessee DSHS driver services page.
- Fax: Fax your certificate to the DSHS Financial Responsibility Division.
- Mail: Send your certificate to:
Tennessee DSHS Financial Responsibility Division P.O. Box 945 Nashville, TN 37202-0945
- Check your driving record: After submission, review your Tennessee driving record to confirm that points have been removed.
Important Rules and Deadlines
- You must have the DSHS eligibility letter before enrolling in the course for point reduction.
- Both course completion and certificate submission must happen within 90 days of your conviction date.
- You can only use this point reduction benefit once every four years.
- The DSHS decides how many points (up to five) will be removed from your record.
- Driving Logic does not submit certificates for you; you are responsible for submission.
Where to Find Official Information
For detailed rules, submission methods, and official forms, visit the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s driver services page.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| DSHS eligibility letter required | Yes, before enrolling for point reduction |
| 90-day deadline | From conviction date |
| Submit to | Tennessee DSHS (online, fax, or mail) |
| Points removed | Up to 5, determined by DSHS |
| Frequency | Once every 4 years |
| Driving Logic submits certificate | No, you must submit it yourself |
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I did not receive an eligibility letter from the Tennessee DSHS?
You are only eligible for point reduction if you received the DSHS eligibility letter. Without this letter, you cannot use the course for point reduction, but you may still take it for insurance discounts or ticket dismissal if allowed.
What happens if I miss the 90-day deadline to submit my Tennessee Driver Education Course certificate?
If you miss the 90-day deadline, contact the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security directly. Driving Logic cannot change or extend state deadlines.
How do I check if my points were removed from my driving record?
After the DSHS processes your submission, you should check your Tennessee driving record to confirm that the points have been removed.
Can I use the Tennessee Driver Education Course for point reduction more than once?
You can use the course for point reduction only once every four years, as allowed by the Tennessee DSHS.
Does Driving Logic submit my Tennessee Driver Education Course certificate to the Tennessee DSHS for me?
No, Driving Logic does not submit your certificate. You are responsible for submitting your certificate to the Tennessee DSHS.
How many points can be removed from my record?
The Tennessee DSHS may remove up to five points from your driving record, but the exact number is determined by the department.