Florida BDI: what should I do in the first 30 days after a citation?
Short answer: Within 30 days of your citation, decide if you’ll elect BDI (non‑CDL and eligible violation). Make the election with the county Clerk of Court, pay any required amounts, then enroll in an approved online course and track your county’s completion & certificate rules.
What to do next
- Elect BDI within 30 days at the issuing county’s Clerk of Court.
- Enroll in an FLHSMV‑approved online course and complete it promptly.
- Follow county instructions to submit or verify your certificate on time.
Sources (official)
- FLHSMV — Driver Improvement Schools (30‑day election; frequency limits): https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/education-courses/driver-improvement-schools/
- FLHSMV — Driver Improvement Courses FAQ: https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/education-courses/driver-improvement-schools/driver-improvement-courses-faq/
- Florida Clerks — Find Your Clerk: https://www.flclerks.com/page/findaclerk
Enroll at Road Ready Safety → https://roadreadysafety.com/