Michigan Traffic School Requirements
Confirm with your court or DMV. Traffic-code rules change and vary by court — verify the current rule on Michigan’s official .gov page or with the court handling your citation before you act. This rule is compiled at medium confidence and should be confirmed before you rely on it. This page is general information, not legal advice.
In Michigan, traffic school eligibility is governed by MCL 257.320d and operates without a state-wide traffic school program. Instead, the state offers the Basic Driver Improvement Course, which may allow first-time eligible drivers who are notified by the state to keep a minor offense off their driving record.
Eligibility for traffic school alternatives in Michigan depends on several factors, including the specific offense committed, the driver's prior driving record, and whether the court handling the citation permits such options. Requirements and availability vary by jurisdiction and case circumstances. Drivers should confirm their eligibility directly with the court that issued their citation or with the Michigan Secretary of State's office, as eligibility determinations are made on a case-by-case basis.
This information is compiled at medium confidence and should be verified before relying on it for legal or administrative purposes. Traffic school eligibility rules are subject to change, and individual circumstances may affect whether a driver qualifies. This entry constitutes general information only and is not legal advice.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Eligibility / notes | Basic Driver Improvement Course can keep a minor offense off the record for first-time eligible drivers (state-notified). CONFIRM eligibility rule before ship. |
| Frequency | n/a |
| Points effect | none statewide |
| Governing statute | MCL 257.320d |