Basic Driver Improvement course (BDI) Courses

Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDI)

The Florida 4-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course serves several specific purposes for licensed drivers in Florida:

• Point Prevention: Most drivers with non-criminal traffic tickets can "elect" to take the course to avoid points being added to their license.
• Mandatory Requirements: Completion is required if you were at fault in a traffic accident involving injuries, or if a judge or the Florida DHSMV orders it.
• Financial Benefits: Electing the course results in an 18% reduction in the civil penalty (fine) and prevents insurance rate increases that would otherwise stem from the ticket.
• Insurance Discounts: Some drivers voluntarily complete the course solely to qualify for insurance premium discounts.

Who Can Take It?

• Drivers who get a minor traffic ticket (non-criminal) and choose this option.
• Drivers ordered by a judge to complete the course.
• Drivers involved in a traffic accident where they were at fault and someone was injured.
• Drivers seeking an insurance discount (at insurer's discretion). 

Key Benefits

• Point Prevention: Keeps points off your license.