Frequently asked questions

These FAQs provide a basic understanding of how traffic school works in California and what drivers can expect when considering this option to handle a traffic ticket.

Who is eligible for traffic school in California?

If you received a moving violation such as a cellphone, speeding, stop sign, failure to yield, and other tickets and have not attended traffic school in the past 18 months

I live out of State can I take Traffic School?

Yes if you received your ticket in California and want to maintain a pristine driving record and keep your insurance rate low.  Then not only can you take traffic school with us we file your certificate electronically.  No need to travel back to California.  Do the course from your home state.

How do I enroll in traffic school?

You can enroll in traffic school by contacting a state-approved traffic school provider either online or in-person. Ensure the provider is licensed by the California DMV.  Our traffic school license is E0637 and we are licensed by the California DMV.

How long is a traffic school course in California?

The course complies with the 8 hour requirement but is not timed.  If you can consume the information faster it may take you less time to complete the course.  Regardless of how long you take you are completing an equivalent of an 8 hour course.  Our course has been tested and licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles and we electronically submit to all courts in California.

What are the benefits of taking traffic school?

Taking traffic school can prevent points from being added to your driving record,  and the masking of your ticket from your DMV record.

Do I have to pay for traffic school?

Yes, there is a fee to attend traffic school, which varies depending on the course provider. You will also need to pay any applicable court fees and fines.

How often can I attend traffic school?

In California, you can attend traffic school once every 18 months for a traffic violation. It’s important to check your eligibility before enrolling to ensure compliance with state regulations.

I Live in x county but you are in San Diego.  Can I take your traffic school?

You can take any DMV licensed traffic school, such as ours (license E0637) for your ticket.  Every traffic school is regulated the same by the DMV, has a similar course, similar price, and submits your completion the same way.

How do I know if I am eligible to attend traffic school for my ticket?

Generally, you are eligible if you hold a driver’s license from any state and your traffic violation qualifies for traffic school according to California guidelines. Non-moving violations such as a broken tail-light ticket do not increase your insurance premiums and do not qualify for traffic school. 

Here are some common moving violations that are typically eligible for traffic school:

Speeding Tickets: Exceeding the posted speed limit, which is one of the most common reasons drivers opt for traffic school.

Running a Red Light or Stop Sign: Violating traffic signals by failing to stop at red lights or stop signs.

Illegal U-turn: Making an illegal turn where prohibited by traffic signs or signals.

Following Too Closely (Tailgating): Driving too closely behind another vehicle, which can be dangerous and lead to rear-end collisions.

Unsafe Lane Changes: Changing lanes without signaling or when unsafe, potentially causing accidents.

Failure to Yield: Not yielding the right of way when required, such as to pedestrians or other vehicles.

Cell Phone Use While Driving: Violating laws related to the use of handheld devices or texting while driving.

Failure to Obey Traffic Control Devices: Disregarding traffic signals, including disobeying traffic signs and signals.

Improper Turns: Making turns without signaling properly or turning from the wrong lane.