How Do You Elect to Take the New Jersey Defensive Driving Course (DDC)
Electing to take the New Jersey Defensive Driving Course (DDC) for point reduction is done through the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). Drivers who are eligible to reduce points on their driving record must submit an election to the MVC before enrolling in a course. Drivers taking the course voluntarily for insurance purposes do not need to file an election.
When an Election Is Required
An MVC election is required when a driver wants to use the New Jersey Defensive Driving Course (DDC) to reduce points on their driving record under the MVC's point reduction program. This applies to drivers who have accumulated points and are choosing the course as an administrative option.
An election is generally not required if:
You are enrolling voluntarily to qualify for an insurance discount
You are taking the course at the recommendation of your insurer
No point reduction benefit is being sought
How to File an Election with the New Jersey MVC
To elect the defensive driving option for point reduction:
Contact the New Jersey MVC directly to confirm your eligibility and the election process
Submit any required paperwork or request to the MVC as directed
Confirm any deadline associated with your election before enrolling
The MVC administers the election process. Driving Logic does not file or manage MVC elections on behalf of students.
After Filing an Election
Once an election is on file with the MVC, students can enroll in the New Jersey Defensive Driving Course (DDC) through Driving Logic. After completing the course, Driving Logic submits the completion record to the MVC as required.
Voluntary Enrollment
Drivers who are not filing an MVC election can enroll in the New Jersey Defensive Driving Course (DDC) at any time through Driving Logic without contacting the MVC first.
Quick Facts
Detail | Information |
Election required for point reduction | Yes — through the NJ MVC |
Election required for insurance discount only | No |
Who manages the election | NJ MVC |
Does Driving Logic file the election | No |
Voluntary enrollment available | Yes — no election needed |
After completing the course | Driving Logic reports to MVC |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to contact the MVC before taking the course? If you are seeking point reduction, you should confirm your election with the MVC before enrolling. If you are taking the course voluntarily for insurance purposes, you can enroll directly without contacting the MVC.
Does Driving Logic file my election with the MVC? No. The election process is managed directly between the driver and the NJ MVC. Driving Logic reports course completion after you finish.
Where do I contact the New Jersey MVC? Visit the New Jersey MVC website at nj.gov/mvc or call the MVC directly for election-related questions.
Can I enroll in the course before filing an election? Contact the NJ MVC to confirm the correct order of steps for your specific situation before enrolling.
What happens after I complete the course? Driving Logic submits your completion record to the NJ MVC. Administrative processing timelines vary.