Defensive Driving

Advantages

• You will not have to go to court for one traffic charge.
• The eligible charge will be dismissed.
• You will receive no points against your Driver License for that charge. Points may increase insurance premiums and may result in a Driver License suspension.
• You will not have to pay a fine for that charge.

Eligibility:

Please review eligible violations:

https://www.azcourts.gov/drive/Eligible-Violations 

What to do

 • Enroll immediately online at azcourts.gov or by calling toll free 1-888-334-5565

• Complete the class at least seven days prior to the court date written on your complaint

Failure to complete the defensive driving class at least seven days prior to your court appearance date may result in the entry of a default judgment, request to place a hold on the renewal of your vehicle registration and/or your driver license suspension with additional monetary penalties being imposed.

Red Light Violations: Persons found responsible or entering a plea of responsible for red light traffic control signals, including flashing stop signal violations, will be ordered by the Motor Vehicle Division to attend and successfully complete Traffic Survival School or suffer suspension of your driving privileges.

Defensive Driving School Extensions:

If your case meets the criteria for DDS and this is your first extension, you may request an extension over the phone at 480-816-5103 or email at fountainhillscourt@courts.az.gov.

If your case meets the criteria for DDS and you need a second extension, you must file an online motion. A $25.00 filing fee must also be paid prior to the extension being considered. Available payment options can be found under Payments.