Traffic ticket dismissal

Traffic ticket dismissal is a legal process that removes a traffic violation from your driving record. Courts in states like Texas and California allow drivers to request dismissal after completing approved defensive driving courses.

Insurance companies such as GEICO and State Farm do not increase premiums for dismissed tickets because they never appear on official records. Dismissal eligibility varies by offense type, with minor infractions like speeding under 15 mph often qualifying, while DUIs or reckless driving rarely qualify.

Drivers must submit proof of course completion and pay administrative fees ranging from $10 to $150 depending on the county. Most courts limit dismissals to one ticket every 12 months per driver, as seen in Florida statutes section 318.14(9).

Online traffic schools accepted by courts include iDriveSafely and Aceable, which report completion directly to court databases within 24–48 hours, according to a report from YourInsurance.info. Failure to complete requirements results in conviction entry, which raises insurance rates by an average of 20% according to The Zebra’s 2023 data.

Traffic ticket dismissal does not erase points already assessed before approval; only future point accrual is prevented upon successful dismissal confirmation.