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Need a defensive driving course in Dallas TX? Our TDLR-approved Dallas defensive driving course makes it easy to dismiss your ticket or reduce insurance rates. Whether you’re in downtown Dallas or anywhere in Dallas County, complete your driver safety course at your own pace.

Our Dallas TX defensive driving school features easy-to-follow chapters with audio narration. No final exam needed – just pass each lesson’s quick quiz and you’re done! Start your Dallas defensive driving course free today and only pay $27.99 when you pass.

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On Texas Driving Laws, Regulations and Best Practices

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Why Take a Defensive Driving Course in Dallas County?

Looking for defensive driving in Dallas TX? Traffic Safety Institute offers a convenient online defensive driving course Dallas drivers trust.

  • Save Money – Only $27.99 Total: Our Dallas County defensive driving course costs just $27.99. No hidden fees or extra charges for your certificate.
  • Complete Your Dallas Defensive Driving Online: State-required 6 hours of instruction with the flexibility to complete at your own pace. Log in/out anytime – ideal for busy Dallas TX residents.
  • Easy Ticket Dismissal: All city of Dallas courts accept our defensive driving course Dallas County residents use for ticket dismissal. Get your certificate instantly upon completion.
  • Lower Your Insurance Rates: Complete our Dallas defensive driving class and qualify for up to 10% off your auto insurance for up to 3 years.
  • Simple to Pass: Take short quizzes throughout your Dallas TX defensive driving course instead of one big final exam.

How Our Dallas County Defensive Driving Course Works

Received a ticket in Dallas TX? Here’s what you need to know about defensive driving in Dallas Texas:

Start by requesting permission from your Dallas County court to take a defensive driving course for ticket dismissal. Submit this request before your appearance date. Once approved, enroll in our Dallas TX defensive driving school and complete the course before your court deadline.

You’ll receive details about:


  • Required course fees and court costs
  • Your deadline to complete the course
  • Proof of eligibility requirements
  • Certificate submission instructions
  • Whether you need a driving record
  • Any other court-specific requirements

Dallas County Defensive Driving Service Areas

  • Dallas

  • Irving

  • Garland

  • Grand Prairie

  • Mesquite

  • Carrollton

  • Richardson

  • Lewisville

  • Rowlett

  • Wylie

Get more info on how to find the best defensive driving course in Dallas County.

What it costs in Dallas County

Two separate payments: one to the court, one to us.

  • The court fee — paid to the court

    Justice of the Peace courts: $146 for a standard offense or $171 for a school-zone offense. Your course fee is separate. A certified driving record costs an additional $10.

  • The course fee — paid to us: $27.99

    $27.99 covers the 6-hour TDLR-approved course, your certificate of completion and electronic submission to TDLR. Start free — you only pay when you pass.

  • The deadline

    Request defensive driving on or before the appearance date listed on your citation.

Court fees are set by the court and can change; the course fee is the only amount you pay Traffic Safety Institute.

How to ask for defensive driving in Dallas County

Every court has its own form, fee and deadline. These are the published procedures for the courts that handle the most tickets in Dallas County, read from the courts' own pages.

Tickets written by DPS troopers, the sheriff or a constable go to a Justice of the Peace court. Tickets from a city police department go to that city's municipal court. The court's name is printed on your citation.

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Answer six questions and get your likely eligibility, your deadline and the steps for your court.
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Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts (all precincts)

Justice of the Peace courts (county) Full procedure
Ask for the course

This court takes the request at the clerk's window or by mail. Deadline: written request to the court on or before the appearance date on the citation; mailed requests go certified mail, return receipt requested.

Bring or attach
  • Driving Safety Course Request Form and Affidavit (per precinct) with plea of guilty or no contest and jury waiver, signed before a notary public
  • Valid Texas driver license or permit (or proof of US military status)
  • Copy of proof of financial responsibility (liability insurance)
  • Payment of the court fee shown on the affidavit plus a $2 transaction fee (money order or cashier's check to County of Dallas, or card online)
Court fee

A $10 reimbursement fee (court cost amount is printed on each precinct's affidavit form and not on the web page; the $10 DSC reimbursement fee and a $2 transaction fee are nonrefundable; card payment available online at dallascounty.org).

After approval

You have 90 days to finish the course and turn in the court copy of your certificate, your certified DPS driving record (most courts want the Type 3A) and the notarized affidavit, at the clerk's window or by mail. The affidavit must be notarized, or signed in front of the clerk where the court allows it.

Good to know

Read live through a US connection on 2026-09-08 (JP 1-1 traffic page and the JP 1-2 instruction sheet). The affidavit form must be signed before a notary and returned in person or by certified mail, return receipt requested, with the fee shown on the affidavit plus a $2 transaction fee (money order or cashier's check to County of Dallas; card payment online). Within 90 days return the original court copy of the certificate (it must name your precinct under COURT), a certified copy of your DPS driving record (form DR-1, $10) and a copy of your insurance, in person or by certified mail. Dallas publishes the procedure per precinct, so use your precinct's own form.

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Dallas Municipal Court

Municipal court (city police tickets) Full procedure

2014 Main St., Suite 105, Dallas, TX 75201-4406 | 214-670-0109

Ask for the course

This court takes the request through the court's online portal, by mail or at the clerk's window. Deadline: submit within 21 days of the day you received the citation; after 21 days the amount may be higher or the option gone.

Court fee

Court costs $144 ($144 for offenses not in a school zone, $169 in a school zone, paid at the time of request. Online requests add a convenience fee.).

After approval

You have 90 days to finish the course and turn in the court copy of your certificate, your Type 3A driving record and the notarized affidavit, at the clerk's window or by mail. The affidavit must be notarized, or signed in front of the clerk where the court allows it.

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Garland Municipal Court

Municipal court (city police tickets) Full procedure

1791 W. Avenue B, Garland, TX 75042 | 972-205-2330

Ask for the course

This court takes the request through the court's online portal, at the clerk's window or by mail. Deadline: no later than the citation due date; a mailed request must be postmarked by that date and must include the citation number and your mailing address.

Bring or attach
  • Online application form linked from the Driver Safety Course page, or a written request by mail or in person
  • Copy of your current Texas driver license (hard copy if submitted in person; phone or electronic copies not accepted)
  • Copy of your current auto insurance ID card or declarations page (hard copy if submitted in person; phone or electronic copies not accepted)
Court fee

Court costs $144 (Citation cost $144, or $169 in a school zone; the amount varies by offense (call 972-205-2330), plus the DPS driving record and the course. Do not pay until the court instructs you; payments received before approval are rejected, and the court mails the next steps and the amount.).

After approval

You have the time the court gives you (usually 90 days) to finish the course and turn in the court copy of your certificate and your Type 3A driving record, at the clerk's window or by mail.

Good to know

Options on the court's page: driver safety course, deferred disposition, compliance dismissal, or a court hearing. The page says only one violation can be dismissed by the course when a ticket carries more than one; state law since September 1, 2025 (SB 296) lets one course cover every eligible charge from the same stop, so ask the clerk which rule applies. A 24-hour night drop box sits to the right of the court entrance for requests and paperwork. If you are not eligible the clerk mails a denial letter. The completion window is not stated on the court's pages; the approval letter sets your deadline. Notarization and an affidavit are not mentioned on the court's pages; this record treats them as not required, but confirm with the clerk if either is requested. A missed deadline calls for a show cause hearing by mail, the drop box, or in person. Records line 972-487-7385; hours Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30.

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Grand Prairie Municipal Court

Municipal court (city police tickets) Full procedure

200 West Main Street, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 | (972) 237-8600

Ask for the course

This court takes the request at the clerk's window, by mail or through the court's online portal. Deadline: on or before the appearance date on the citation; mailed requests must be received by the scheduled appearance date.

Bring or attach
  • Copy of a valid Texas driver license (CDL holders not eligible)
  • Copy of current Texas liability insurance in your name, valid on the day of request
  • Signed Defensive Driving Request Form (it records a plea of no contest)
  • Check or money order to the City of Grand Prairie for $144 ($169 in a school zone)
Court fee

Court costs $144 ($144 outside a school zone, $169 in a school zone; the DPS driving record is extra ($12 online for the Type 3A, $10 by mail)).

After approval

You have 90 days to finish the course and turn in the court copy of your certificate and your Type 3A driving record, at the clerk's window, by mail or through the court's online portal.

Good to know

The request form is a signed request with a plea of no contest; no oath, affidavit or notary. The 90 days run from the date permission is granted and cannot be extended. Return the court copy of the certificate and the complete Type 3A record (it may be more than one page) to the court; the court's online Completion Documents Submission Form is the online route. Do not wait for the driving record before taking the course. Hours Mon to Thu 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Friday. Admin office 972-237-8617.

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Irving Municipal Court

Municipal court (city police tickets) Full procedure

305 N. O'Connor Road, Irving, TX 75061 (mail: P.O. Box 152288, Irving, TX 75015-2288) | (972) 721-2451

Ask for the course

This court takes the request through the court's online portal, at the clerk's window, by email, by mail or by fax. Deadline: return the affidavit, the fee and a copy of your insurance no later than 21 calendar days from the date the citation was issued.

Bring or attach
  • Completed Driving Safety Course Affidavit (separate forms for school-zone speeding and other moving violations); the printed affidavit has a notary block and must be notarized; it enters a plea of guilty or no contest with jury waiver
  • Copy of a valid Texas driver license or permit (not a CDL, and no CDL held at the time of the offense)
  • Copy of your current insurance policy or card
  • Payment of the non-refundable fee to the City of Irving: $144, or $169 for speeding in a school zone
Court fee

Court costs $144 ($144 total non-refundable fee for moving violations outside a school zone, $169 for speeding in a school zone; each affidavit says the total includes a $10 non-refundable administrative fine; the DPS driving record is a separate $10).

After approval

You have 90 days to finish the course and turn in the court copy of your certificate, your Type 3A driving record and the notarized affidavit. The court's page does not say how to file them, so ask the clerk when you are approved. The affidavit must be notarized, or signed in front of the clerk where the court allows it.

Good to know

Request online at municipalonlinepayments.com/irvingtx, in person, or send the completed affidavit plus license and insurance copies by email to court@IrvingTX.gov, by mail to P.O. Box 152288, Irving, TX 75015-2288, or by eFax to (972) 721-2383. If requesting by mail, wait for written permission before taking the course; the court replies by mail or email, never by fax. After approval you have 90 days to complete the course and order the certified Type 3A record from DPS; the citation is dismissed when the documents reach the court within the 90 days. The page does not say how to return them, so confirm with the clerk. Hours Mon to Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Quick answers for Dallas County

What does the court charge in Dallas County?
The published amounts are Dallas Municipal Court $144, Garland Municipal Court $144, Grand Prairie Municipal Court $144 and Irving Municipal Court $144. The course itself is a separate fee paid to us, and only after you pass. School-zone tickets usually cost more.
How long do I have to finish after the court approves?
Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts (all precincts) 90 days, Dallas Municipal Court 90 days, Grand Prairie Municipal Court 90 days and Irving Municipal Court 90 days. The clock starts on the court's approval, not on the day you enroll, so start early.
Do I need a notary in Dallas County?
Yes at Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts (all precincts), Dallas Municipal Court and Irving Municipal Court. Most courts let you sign in front of the clerk instead, which saves the notary fee. Other courts here use a signed declaration with no notary.
Can I ask for the course online?
Yes at Dallas Municipal Court, Garland Municipal Court, Grand Prairie Municipal Court and Irving Municipal Court. The others take the request at the window or by mail. Either way the request has to reach the court by the deadline on your citation.

Dallas County Courts

The courts that handle traffic citations in Dallas County. Contact your court to request defensive driving before your appearance date.

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Dallas County Defensive Driving FAQs

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  1. 1. How much is defensive driving in Dallas County?

    Our Dallas TX defensive driving course costs $27.99 total. This includes your completion certificate for Dallas County courts and electronic submission to TDLR. No hidden fees.

  2. 2. How long does the Dallas County defensive driving course take?

    The city of Dallas defensive driving course takes 6 hours as required by Texas law. Most Dallas County residents finish in 1-2 days, logging in and out as needed. Complete your defensive driving Dallas course by your court deadline.

  3. 3. Can I take a defensive driving course online in Dallas County?

    Yes! Our Dallas defensive driving course is 100% online and approved for all Dallas TX traffic tickets. Complete your Dallas County defensive driving from any device and get an instant downloadable certificate.

  4. 4. What are the requirements for defensive driving in Dallas Texas?

    To take a defensive driving course Dallas County accepts, you must: have a valid Texas driver’s license (non-commercial), get court approval before your appearance date, no defensive driving courses completed in past 12 months, and have an eligible violation (excludes construction zones, 25+ mph over limit, or school bus violations).

  5. 5. Will my Dallas County court accept this defensive driving course?

    Yes, our Dallas TX defensive driving school is TDLR-approved and accepted by all city of Dallas courts. We’re a licensed provider of defensive driving courses Dallas residents can trust for ticket dismissal.

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