Florida Basic Driver Improvement (English) — Course Requirements

Last updated: Apr 12, 2026

Who This Course Is For

Florida drivers with non-criminal moving violations (non-commercial license), court-ordered offenders, or voluntary attendees (max once every 12 months, 5 times lifetime).

Requirements & Deadlines

• Notify county clerk of election within 30 days of citation
• Pay fine/fees
• Cannot have taken BDI in past 12 months or exceeded 5-lifetime limit
• Court typically allows 60–90 days to finish

Submission Details

Certificate Submission: Submit to Clerk of Court in county of ticket

Reporting Method: Providers report completions electronically to DHSMV, but driver must ensure court gets proof

Deadlines: Set by the court (usually 60 days from election); no state grace period

Court vs Insurance Use

For Court / Tickets

Avoids points and conviction; license can be suspended if not completed/reported on time.

For Insurance

Not generally used for discounts. Florida has a separate Mature Driver Course.

Official Sources

For the most up-to-date information, refer to these official sources:

• Florida DHSMV – Driver Improvement Schools
• Florida DHSMV – Driver Improvement Courses FAQ

Course Information

• Course Name: Florida Basic Driver Improvement (English)
• State: Florida
• Duration: 4 hours
• Price: $24.95
• Provider: TicketSchool

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This information is provided for reference only. Always confirm requirements with your court, insurer, or the relevant state agency.