Driving safety courses—also known as defensive driving or traffic school—are designed to improve a driver’s knowledge, awareness, and attitude toward driving a motor vehicle. Laws vary from state to state but in many states a driver who has been issued a traffic ticket or citation may have the ticket or citation dismissed upon successful completion of a driving safety course—whether online or in person.
In Montana, driving safety courses, often referred to as defensive driving courses or traffic school, serve as a tool to enhance a driver's understanding and skills related to safe driving practices. While regulations can differ by state, in Montana, drivers who receive a traffic citation may be eligible to have their ticket dismissed or penalties reduced if they successfully complete a state-approved defensive driving course. This option is typically offered at the discretion of the court handling the traffic violation and may depend on the driver's driving record and the nature of the offense. Some insurance companies in Montana may also offer a discount on auto insurance premiums to drivers who voluntarily complete a defensive driving course.