New Jersey Traffic School Requirements
Confirm with your court or DMV. Traffic-code rules change and vary by court — verify the current rule on New Jersey’s official .gov page or with the court handling your citation before you act. This page is general information, not legal advice.
In New Jersey, traffic school eligibility operates under a point-reduction framework rather than a ticket-dismissal program. An approved defensive driving course results in a reduction of two points from a driver's record. The state typically permits drivers to complete such a course once every five years.
The relevant statute governing this provision is N.J.S.A. 39:5-30.9. Eligibility for traffic school may depend on factors including the specific traffic offense involved, the driver's existing driving record, and whether the court handling the citation permits enrollment. Drivers should confirm their eligibility directly with the court that issued the citation or with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission before enrolling in a defensive driving course.
This information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Eligibility / notes | Approved defensive driving course reduces points by 2; no ticket-dismissal program. |
| Frequency | once / 5 years |
| Points effect | -2 points |
| Governing statute | N.J.S.A. 39:5-30.9 |