What Nevada's Online Traffic School System Does
Nevada's online traffic school program, run through the Department of Motor Vehicles, lets you take a court-ordered or insurance-reduction traffic course from your computer instead of in a classroom. You complete the course material at your own pace, take a final exam, and receive a certificate that you send to the court or your insurance company. The program is available to Nevada residents who have been ordered by a court to take traffic school or who want to reduce insurance points on their driving record.
The Nevada DMV does not run the courses directly — it approves private vendors who deliver the actual instruction online. You choose from several approved providers, each with slightly different course layouts and pricing. Once you finish and pass the exam, the vendor sends your completion certificate to the court automatically in most cases, though you may need to submit it yourself depending on your court's procedures.
Key Takeaways
- Nevada's approved online traffic school vendors let you complete the course on your own schedule, but you must finish within the timeframe set by your court order.
- You will need your case number or citation number from your traffic ticket or court paperwork before you enroll with any vendor.
- The course typically takes four to eight hours to complete, spread across multiple sessions, and includes a final exam you must pass.
- After you pass, the vendor sends your certificate to the court, but confirm with your court whether they need the original or if electronic delivery is accepted.
Finding an Approved Nevada Traffic School Vendor
The Nevada DMV maintains a list of approved online traffic school providers on its official website. You can search for "Nevada DMV approved traffic school" or visit the DMV's traffic safety page directly. Each vendor is authorized to offer the same basic course content — typically four to eight hours of instruction covering Nevada traffic laws, safe driving practices, and the consequences of traffic violations — but they differ in user interface, pricing, and how quickly they process your completion certificate.
Before you choose a vendor, check your court order or citation paperwork. Some courts specify which vendors you may use, while others allow you to pick from the full approved list. If your court has a preference, you must use that vendor or you risk the course not being recognized. If you have flexibility, read reviews from other Nevada drivers and compare the course cost, which typically ranges from $30 to $50 but varies by vendor.
What You Need Before You Enroll
Gather your traffic citation or court order before you start the enrollment process. You will need your case number or citation number, your driver's license number, and your date of birth. Have your email address ready — the vendor will send you login credentials and your completion certificate to that address. If you are taking the course for insurance reduction rather than a court order, you may also need your insurance policy number or your insurance company's name.
Check the important date on your court order or citation. Nevada courts typically give you 30 to 90 days to complete traffic school, though this varies. Mark the important date on your calendar and plan to finish at least a few days early in case you need to resubmit your certificate or if your court requires the original by mail rather than electronic copy.
Enrolling and Starting the Course
Go to your chosen vendor's website and click the enrollment or registration link. You will enter your personal information, citation or case number, and email address. The vendor will verify that your case is valid and that you are permitted to take the course. This verification usually takes a few minutes to a few hours. Once approved, you will receive an email with your login credentials and a link to begin the course material.
Log in and start at the beginning of the course. You do not have to finish in one sitting — most vendors let you log out and return later, and your progress is saved. However, some vendors require you to complete each module or section in order before moving to the next one. Read the course instructions carefully so you understand whether you can jump around or must proceed sequentially.
Completing the Course Material and Exam
Work through each section of the course at your own pace. The material covers Nevada traffic laws, defensive driving techniques, and the consequences of traffic violations. Most courses include videos, text, and interactive elements. Some vendors require you to spend a minimum amount of time in each section before you can move forward — this is a Nevada DMV requirement to prevent people from rushing through without actually learning the content.
When you reach the final exam, you will typically have a limited number of attempts to pass — usually two or three. The exam is usually multiple choice and covers the material from the course. You need to score at least 70 or 80 percent, depending on the vendor, to pass. If you do not pass on your first attempt, review the course material and try again. Once you pass, the vendor generates your completion certificate when ready or within one business day.
Submitting Your Certificate to the Court
After you pass the exam, the vendor will either send your certificate to the court automatically or give you the option to print it and mail it yourself. Check your course completion email or your vendor's website to see which method applies. If the vendor sends it electronically, confirm with your court that they have received it — courts sometimes have delays in processing electronic documents, and you want to verify before the important date passes.
If you must submit the certificate yourself, print it and mail it to the address listed on your court order or citation. Include a cover letter with your name, case number, and citation number so the court can match it to your file. Mail it at least one week before your important date to allow time for postal delivery and court processing. Keep a copy for your records and consider sending it via certified mail so you have proof of delivery.
What Happens If You Miss the important date
If you do not complete traffic school by the important date on your court order, the court may impose the original fine, add late fees, or suspend your license. Contact your court when ready if you realize you will miss the important date. Some courts will grant a short extension if you request it before the important date passes, especially if you have already enrolled and are actively working through the course. Do not wait until after the important date to ask.
If your important date has already passed and you have not completed the course, call the court listed on your citation and explain the situation. Ask whether they will accept a late completion certificate or whether you need to appear in court to discuss the missed important date. Some courts are flexible, while others enforce important date strictly. The sooner you contact them, the more options you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take Nevada online traffic school if I live out of state?
Nevada law requires you to be a Nevada resident to take the course for a Nevada traffic violation. If you were cited in Nevada but now live elsewhere, contact the court on your citation to ask whether they will accept an out-of-state online course or whether you must take Nevada's approved course. Some courts make exceptions for people who have moved.
What if I fail the final exam?
Most vendors allow two or three attempts to pass the exam. If you fail, review the course material again and retake the exam. If you exhaust your attempts, contact the vendor's customer service — some will reset your attempts or let you restart the course. If the vendor cannot help, contact your court to ask whether you can take the course with a different approved vendor.
Does online traffic school remove points from my license?
Completing traffic school does not remove points that are already on your record. However, it may prevent new points from being added, depending on your court order. For insurance purposes, completing the course may lower your rates by showing your insurance company that you took a safety course. Ask your insurance company directly about their policy on traffic school discounts.
How long does it take to get my completion certificate?
Most vendors generate your certificate when ready after you pass the exam, or within one business day. The certificate is usually sent to your email address and to the court electronically. If the court does not receive it within a few days, contact the vendor to confirm they have the correct court address and that the certificate was sent.
Can I take the course on my phone?
Most Nevada approved vendors support mobile browsers, so you can access the course on a smartphone or tablet. However, the final exam may require a desktop or laptop computer — check the vendor's system requirements before you enroll. If you plan to use a phone, test it on the first module to make sure the course material displays properly.