Austin Defensive Driving
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How it works
Looking for an easy and approved Austin defensive driving course to dismiss a ticket or save on car insurance? Comedy Safe Driver offers a TDLR-approved online defensive driving course designed specifically for Texas drivers, including those in Austin and the surrounding Travis County area. You can complete the course from home, at work, or anywhere you have an internet connection.
Why Austin Drivers Take Defensive Driving Online
Austin traffic continues to grow with busy roads like I-35, MoPac, Highway 183, and SH 71. With more vehicles on the road, minor traffic violations are common. A state-approved defensive driving course can help you:
- ✔ Dismiss an eligible traffic ticket (with court approval)
- ✔ Prevent points from appearing as a conviction on your record
- ✔ Qualify for an auto insurance discount
- ✔ Refresh safe driving habits for Austin’s busy roads
Our online course is flexible and self-paced, making it easy to fit into your schedule—even if you work long hours or have classes at UT Austin or ACC.
How Ticket Dismissal Works in Austin
For most moving violations in Austin, you can request to take a defensive driving course instead of having the ticket show up as a conviction. The general process includes:
- Request permission from the court listed on your ticket, such as the Austin Municipal Court or a Travis County Justice of the Peace court.
- Once approved, register for our Texas Defensive Driving course.
- Complete the six-hour course online at your own pace.
- Obtain your completion certificate and, if required, a certified Texas Type 3A driving record.
- Submit your documents to the court by the deadline shown on your paperwork.
For more details about state-wide rules, see our Texas Ticket Dismissal page.
Insurance Discount Defensive Driving in Austin
In addition to ticket dismissal, many Austin insurance providers offer policy discounts when you complete a state-approved defensive driving course. After you finish, you will receive an insurance certificate that you can send directly to your agent or upload through your insurance company’s website.
To learn more, visit our Texas Insurance Discount page.
Do Austin Courts Require a Driving Record?
Many Austin and Travis County courts require a certified Texas Type 3A driving record along with your completion certificate. This record shows your driver history and helps the court verify your eligibility.
You can add a driving record during registration to avoid extra steps. See our Texas Driving Record page for more information.
Austin-Area Courts That Commonly Accept Defensive Driving
Our TDLR-approved course is accepted by many Austin-area courts, including:
- Austin Municipal Court
- Travis County Justice of the Peace Courts
- City of Pflugerville Municipal Court
- City of Lakeway Municipal Court
- City of West Lake Hills Municipal Court
- Some surrounding city and JP courts in the Austin metro area
Some courts allow electronic submission of your certificate using Texas Defensive Driving E-File, while others may require you to mail or upload your documents. Always follow the instructions supplied by your court.
Course Features Austin Drivers Appreciate
We’ve designed our course with Austin drivers in mind, offering:
- ✔ 100% online access—no classroom visits
- ✔ Automatic progress saving so you can log out and return later
- ✔ Mobile-friendly lessons that work on phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops
- ✔ A straightforward final exam with free retakes if needed
- ✔ Multiple certificate delivery options, including e-file where supported
Start Your Austin Defensive Driving Course
Whether you’re dismissing a ticket from I-35, MoPac, or a local street in Austin—or you simply want to save money on car insurance—our TDLR-approved course makes the process simple and convenient. You can sign up in minutes, work through the course on your schedule, and receive your certificate after completion.
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