MOTION/REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC SCHOOL ELIGIBILITY

COURT INFORMATION

Court Name: _____________________________________________

Court Address: _____________________________________________

Department/Division: _____________________________________________

Case/Citation Number: _____________________________________________

DEFENDANT INFORMATION

Full Legal Name: _____________________________________________

Driver's License Number: _____________________________________________

State of Issuance: _____________________________________________

Date of Birth: _____________________________________________

Current Address: _____________________________________________

City, State, ZIP: _____________________________________________

Daytime Phone: _____________________________________________

Email Address: _____________________________________________

CITATION INFORMATION

Citation Number: _____________________________________________

Date of Violation: _____________________________________________

Violation Code: _____________________________________________

Violation Description: _____________________________________________

Alleged Speed (if applicable): _______ mph in a _______ mph zone

Location of Violation: _____________________________________________

Scheduled Court Date: _____________________________________________

MOTION FOR TRAFFIC SCHOOL

COMES NOW the Defendant, [FULL LEGAL NAME], and respectfully moves this Court for an order permitting attendance at traffic school in lieu of having this violation appear on Defendant's driving record. In support of this motion, Defendant states as follows:

GROUNDS FOR REQUEST

Eligibility Factors

☐ This is a non-criminal moving violation
☐ I possess a valid driver's license
☐ The violation did not occur in a commercial vehicle
☐ The violation did not involve an accident with injuries
☐ I have not attended traffic school within the past [18/24/36] months (varies by state)
☐ I am not charged with a misdemeanor traffic offense
☐ The alleged speed was not more than 25 mph over the limit
☐ I am not a commercial driver (CDL holder) - OR - this violation was in my personal vehicle
☐ I have no pending traffic cases

Supporting Circumstances

Driving Record:
☐ I have a clean driving record with no points in the past 3 years
☐ I have minimal violations in the past 5 years (specify): _____________
☐ This is my first traffic violation ever
☐ My last traffic school attendance was more than _____ months ago

Employment Considerations:
☐ My employment requires a clean driving record
☐ Points on my license could result in job loss
☐ I drive as part of my employment duties
☐ My employer: _____________________________________________

Insurance Considerations:
☐ Points would significantly increase my insurance premiums
☐ I am currently a preferred/good driver with my insurance company
☐ Points could result in policy cancellation

Personal Circumstances:
☐ I am the primary driver for family members who depend on me
☐ I have no alternative transportation options
☐ Other: _____________________________________________

STATEMENT OF FACTS

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REQUEST FOR COURT'S DISCRETION

If Not Normally Eligible

I understand that I may not meet all standard eligibility requirements for traffic school. However, I respectfully request the Court exercise its discretion to allow traffic school based on the following:

☐ The speed was slightly over the threshold but circumstances warrant consideration
☐ I attended traffic school within the lookback period but special circumstances exist
☐ This is a first offense and I have learned from this experience
☐ The violation resulted from an emergency situation
☐ Other mitigating factors: _____________________________________________

Explanation:
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STATE-SPECIFIC INFORMATION

CALIFORNIA

• Governed by Vehicle Code Section 41501
• Eligibility: Once per 18 months
• Speed cannot exceed 25 mph over limit
• Court fee plus traffic school fee required
• Must complete DMV-licensed school within deadline
• Confidential conviction - no point on record if completed
• Commercial drivers ineligible for CDL violations

TEXAS

• Called "Defensive Driving Course" (DDC)
• Eligibility: Once per 12 months
• Must request before trial/plea
• Speed cannot exceed 25 mph over limit or 95 mph total
• Must complete state-approved course within 90 days
• Charge dismissed upon completion and proof submitted
• Insurance discount may apply

FLORIDA

• Called "Driver Improvement Course" (Basic or Advanced)
• Eligibility: 5 times in lifetime, once per 12 months
• Basic course: 4 hours; Advanced: 8 hours (for court-ordered)
• Must elect at time of citation payment or court appearance
• Withholds adjudication - no points added
• 18% court cost still applies
• School election reduces insurance notification

NEW YORK

• Called "Point and Insurance Reduction Program" (PIRP)
• Different from other states - does not dismiss ticket
• Reduces up to 4 points from current total (not individual ticket)
• Provides 10% insurance discount for 3 years
• Can take course every 18 months for benefits
• Available online or in-person
• Approved providers listed on DMV website

TRAFFIC SCHOOL COMMITMENT

If granted traffic school eligibility, I agree to:

☐ Pay all required court fees and traffic school fees by the deadline
☐ Enroll in and complete an approved traffic/driving school
☐ Complete the course within the time allowed by the court
☐ Submit proof of completion to the court by the required deadline
☐ Understand that failure to complete may result in additional penalties
☐ Understand that the original fine/bail amount applies regardless of course completion

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED

☐ Copy of citation
☐ Copy of current driving record (DMV printout)
☐ Proof of employment requiring clean record
☐ Letter from employer (if applicable)
☐ Insurance documentation showing good driver status
☐ Prior traffic school completion certificate(s)
☐ Other: _____________________________________________

DECLARATION

I, [FULL LEGAL NAME], declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of [STATE] that:

1. The foregoing is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
2. I have not previously been granted traffic school within the applicable lookback period (unless otherwise stated above with request for discretion).
3. I understand the requirements for traffic school completion.
4. I am committed to completing the course within the required timeframe.

Signature: _____________________________________________

Printed Name: _____________________________________________

Date: _____________________________________________

PRAYER FOR RELIEF

WHEREFORE, Defendant respectfully requests that this Honorable Court:

1. Grant this motion and permit Defendant to attend traffic school;
2. Set appropriate deadlines for payment and course completion;
3. Order that upon successful completion, no points be assessed to Defendant's driving record;
4. Grant such other relief as the Court deems just and proper.

Respectfully submitted,

Signature: _____________________________________________

Printed Name: _____________________________________________

Date: _____________________________________________

SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

☐ Original motion signed and dated
☐ All supporting documents attached
☐ Correct number of copies made (check local rules)
☐ Court filing fee included (if required)
☐ Proof of service (if required)
☐ Self-addressed stamped envelope (if submitting by mail)

FOR COURT USE ONLY

This template is provided for general informational purposes. Traffic school eligibility and procedures vary significantly by jurisdiction. Always verify current requirements with your specific court.