4 Hour BDI Traffic School / Defensive Driver Class
The 4 hour DDS (Defensive Driving School) class is the most common Florida Traffic School taken by drivers who have received a ticket (speeding and other moving violations). Officially named the Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course, it is for individuals who want:
0 Points added to their Florida Drivers Record (An Election);- No insurance increases due to this traffic ticket (if no accident). Any Points on your record will typically cause you rates to increase between 10% to 15% annually for 3 years.;
- To satisfy a 4 hour DDS court ordered class;
- Satisfy a DMV order under F.S. 322.0261(4) (Running a Red Light, Passing a Stopped School Bus, Racing on a Highway (Participant or Spectator), or Reckless Driving).
- Satisfy a DMV order to attend a TCAC class (Traffic Collision Avoidance Course).
Our 4 Hour BDI Traffic Ticket class is offered two ways; as an Internet Class and as a Traditional Classroom course in Tampa, in Orlando or in Tallahassee. Whichever method you choose, your Completion Certificate is accepted in all 67 Florida Counties. (If you have a CDL, you can only take this course if it is Court Ordered. See the CDL Notice below).
Traditional Live Classes at Nations
The 4 Hour BDI traffic school course is available in a Traditional Live Classroom 2 days each week in Tampa and twice a month in Orlando and in Tallahassee. Classes are conducted every Saturday, plus on alternate Monday evenings (see below) and Thursday mornings throughout the month in Tampa. The 4 Hour class is provided 2 times a month in Orlando near the UCF Campus and in Tallahassee on Saturdays.
Our classes are conducted in a relaxed seminar style format designed to refresh the student's knowledge and driver safety skills. The instructor and students interact discussing various Safe Driving topics including:
- Major causes of traffic accidents, injuries and fatalities.
- Defensive Driving Techniques, common distractions and the 3 second rule.
- How to safely react to various situations, driving conditions and when the posted Speed Limit is to fast.
- Traffic Laws and Florida's Implied Consent Law.
- Effects of alcohol and drugs when mixed with driving.
- Legal and financial consequences of a DUI conviction.
Relax -- There is no test required to pass the Traditional Live Classroom course. The class is conducted in a relaxed style where the students are encouraged to fully participate in the seminar discussions to successfully complete the class.
The cost of our Traditional Live Classroom course is $30.00. It includes the course, classroom materials, all State of Florida fees, and your certificate. Your original Completion Certificate (for the Court) and a copy is provided at the end of the class for your records.
Monday and Tuesday Night Special
Need a little price break? We offer a Special on alternate Monday evenings in Tampa and Tuesday evenings in Tallahassee for persons requiring the 4 Hour DDS class to satisfy a Ticket, Court Order or a Traffic Collision and Avoidance Course (T.C.A.C.) course. The cost is $25.00 and includes your Certificate at the end of the class.
Are you a Senior, 50 years or older? Your price is just $20.00 on a Monday or Tuesday Night and includes your Certificate at the end of the class. To qualify for this price, you must register directly from our Web Site using our convenient form.
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Benefits
The 4 hour BDI traffic school course is designed to refresh your knowledge of Defensive Driving Techniques, Safety, Traffic Laws, effects of alcohol and drugs on your body, and Florida DUI laws. Additional benefits include:
- By Florida law, your insurance rates cannot go up and your policy cannot be canceled because of this traffic violation when taken as an "Election", unless it involved a crash where you were at fault. (See Section 626.9541(1)(o)12, Florida Statutory Law);
- Points may not be added to your driver license record and adjudication of guilt is withheld;
- Your Florida SAFE DRIVER status is maintained if applicable
The 4 hour BDI traffic school class can also be taken voluntarily for Insurance Discount Purposes (F.S. 627.06501). Taking the class may qualify you for up to a 10% discount on your auto insurance. Check with your insurance company first to see if a reduction will apply.
Important Notice for CDL Owners
If you received a traffic ticket and have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), this defensive driving course may not be taken voluntary for point reduction/removal. You may only take this course if it is Court Ordered. Call us or the Court for more information.
- Effective July 1,2005 the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will assess points to all individuals with a Florida CDL whether or not the violation occurred in a private or commercial vehicle.
- If you possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), the 4 hour DDS Florida Traffic School course may only be taken for personal fulfillment and edification as an "election". NO POINTS WILL BE REMOVED for the completion of this course by any driver with a Florida CDL unless you have been Court Ordered to take the class!
If you have any questions or need to Register for a Live 4 Hour BDI class, please contact us. If you require assistance for an Online Class, contact the National Traffic Safety Institute's Technical Support and Call Center at 888-312-6874.
