. Three-hour class, offered once a month. Must choose this option if your letter from MVA says “ Young Driver Improvement Program”. Otherwise choose the Classroom version on the left.
Welcomes you to take our Internet Maryland Driver Improvement Program. To receive credit for the course and to receive your Certificate of Completion, you must. Reading ONLINE COURSE PROCEDURES will give you all the information.
Cost is $200. Greg's will notify the MVA within 24 hours after you complete the class. View.
To sign up for class, go to What is the cost of the class? Are there any refunds?
The cost for each type of Driver Improvement Program is shown above. In the event you become ill and must leave the class, Greg's Driving School can either re-schedule you for another class date or offer you a refund. Once you complete the final exam and are given your Completion Certificate, you are not eligible for a refund.
How do I register? You can register online by clicking on your desired class:. Can I take the course voluntarily, without a referral letter from MVA? If you take the course voluntarily, we will ask you to sign a waiver form which states that you do not have a referral letter from MVA. What happens if I do not pass the exam? If you do not attain a score of 80% or above, you will be required to return after a 24-hour waiting period and retake the test. There is a $10.00 fee for any individual who needs to retake the test.
What if I miss my Due Date? If you miss your due date, your license has probably been suspended. Under no circumstances should you be driving. Please contact the MVA to relinquish your license, and to inquire what steps to take to reinstate your driving privilege. Will points be removed from my driving record after I take the course? Taking the Driver Improvement Program does not remove points from your license. The points will remain on your driving record for 2 years from the date of your violation.
What am I required to bring to the class or testing site? When you come to take the class or take the exam, please bring your photo identification, your letter from the MVA, your completion certificate (if you took the course online), and your payment in cash. How will the MVA know that I completed the program? Within 24 hours after you pass the final exam, Greg's Driving School will electronically transmit the notice of completion to the MVA and it will be posted directly to your driving record. If your driving privileges are currently suspended, we encourage you to call the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration Driver Improvement Division (410-787-7817) to verify that your suspension has been lifted and you are permitted to drive. If the weather is bad, how do I know if you are still having class?
In the event the school is closed due to inclement weather, Greg's Driving School will notify you that the class is canceled. We will advise you of alternate dates and times to take the class or to take the final exam. All cancellations are also posted on the home page of our web site.
What if I am taking the program for a ticket received out of state? If you received a ticket in a state other than Maryland, it is your responsibility to forward the completion certificate to that state in order to meet whatever requirements are ordered by the court. How does Point System accumulation work in Maryland? The MVA uses a Point System to record traffic violations on each person's driving record.
You can consult the (PDF) to find the number of points assessed for each type of violation. Depending on how many points you have accumulated in a 2-year period, the MVA will take the following actions:.
3 to 4 points - You'll receive a warning letter. 5 to 7 points - You'll be required to complete the Driver Improvement Program. 8 to 11 points - Your driver's license will be suspended for a period of time.
12 or more points - Your driver's license will be permanently revoked.
SUMMARY: Maryland Defensive Driving Courses If you've received too many driving record points, committed certain traffic violations, or have been ordered by the court, you'll need to complete a driver improvement program (DIP). Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) requires mandatory completion of traffic school in order to:. Improve safe driving behaviors, attitudes, and knowledge of problem drivers.
Reduce your risk of receiving a driver's license suspension. Prevent future traffic violations and accidents. If you take a defensive driving course voluntarily, you may be eligible to earn a car insurance discount. On this page you'll find information about the Maryland MVA or court-required driver improvement program and possible benefits of a voluntary defensive driving course. Mandatory DIP Requirements in MD You may be required to complete a Maryland defensive driving/driver improvement program (DIP) if you:.
Were ordered by your traffic court. Were ordered by the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH). Have accumulated at least 5 points on your Maryland MVA driving record.
Received a traffic conviction or probation before judgment (PBJ) while on your provisional driver's license. After you are ordered by the Maryland DMV or ordered by a court, you should receive a defensive driving program notice from the DMV within 6 weeks. Your notice will generally include information about:. Your specific offense/circumstances.
Your deadline to complete traffic school. Any additional documents/fees you may need to provide. Once you receive your notice, you can select a driver improvement program from the found on the Maryland MVA website. If you've lost your defensive driving referral letter, please visit or contact the.
Course Duration Your driver improvement program will last anywhere from 4 to 8 hours. Your course provider will determine the schedule, location, and cost. You'll need to contact your specific traffic school for more information. Course Completion Once you complete your course, your program provider will give you a completion certificate and submit your completion information to the Maryland MVA. Depending on your driving history and the circumstances of your offense, you may also be required to submit additional fines, reinstatement fees, and clearance documents to the MD MVA.
If you accumulate too many driving record points, commit major traffic offenses, or fail to complete a required driver improvement program, the Maryland MVA may suspend your driver's license. For more information about checking your driving record points and reinstating a suspended license, please visit our pages on:. Voluntary Defensive Driving in Maryland If you decide to take a course voluntarily, you may have the option of completing defensive driving online, in a classroom, or using a take-home DVD. Completing voluntary Maryland traffic school may earn you a discount on your car insurance premiums. Please contact your car insurance provider for more information about your eligibility and defensive driving courses you can choose from. Generally, a voluntary driver improvement program may take anywhere from 4 to 8 hours to complete.
It may cover topics, such as:. Safe driving techniques. Traffic accident prevention. Maryland traffic laws and violations. Alcohol/drug abuse and offenses. Developing responsible driving behaviors. Sharing the road.
At the end of your course, your course provider may require you to pass a final exam. Upon completion, your defensive driving provider will usually give you a completion certificate. Please contact your car insurance provider for details about what you'll need to submit to, if applicable. Even if you are not eligible for lower car insurance premiums, completing a defensive driving course benefit you in other ways, including reducing your risk of:.
Committing traffic offenses. Receiving driving record points. Causing accidents.