Arizona Traffic School Requirements
Confirm with your court or DMV. Traffic-code rules change and vary by court — verify the current rule on Arizona’s official .gov page or with the court handling your citation before you act. This page is general information, not legal advice.
In Arizona, traffic school eligibility for citation dismissal is governed by the state's Defensive Driving Diversion program, which operates under A.R.S. § 28-3392. The program applies to civil moving violations only and is not available to holders of commercial driver licenses. A participant may enroll in the program once every 12 months, and at least 12 months must have elapsed since the last Defensive Driving Diversion dismissal to qualify for enrollment again.
Eligibility varies depending on the specific offense cited, the individual's driving record, and whether the court handling the citation permits participation in the program. Before enrolling, individuals should confirm their eligibility directly with the court that issued the citation or with the Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles. This information is general in nature and should not be construed as legal advice. Individuals requiring specific guidance regarding their particular citation or driving situation should consult with legal counsel or contact the appropriate court.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Eligibility / notes | Defensive Driving Diversion: civil moving violations only; not for CDL holders; 12 mo since last DDS dismissal. |
| Frequency | once / 12 months |
| Points effect | diverts (no points/conviction) |
| Governing statute | A.R.S. § 28-3392 |