How Often Can I Take the Tennessee Driver Education Course (Traffic School)?
How often you can take the course and receive a benefit depends on why you are taking it.
Point Reduction
The point reduction benefit is available once every 4 years per driver. This is set by the Tennessee DSHS. If you completed the course for point reduction within the past 4 years, you are not eligible for another point reduction through this course until the 4-year period has passed.
Ticket Dismissal
Frequency limits for ticket dismissal vary by court and county. Contact your court to ask how often you can use a driver education course for ticket dismissal.
Voluntary (Insurance Discount)
There is no state-mandated frequency limit for taking the course voluntarily. However, your insurance provider may have their own requirements for how often a discount can be applied. Check with your insurer.
Quick Facts
Detail | Information |
Point reduction | Once every 4 years |
Ticket dismissal | Determined by your court |
Voluntary / insurance | No state limit — check with insurer |
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I completed the course within the last 4 years and have a new speeding conviction? If you are within the 4-year window for point reduction, you are not eligible for another point reduction through this course. You may still take it for ticket dismissal (if your court approves) or voluntarily for an insurance discount.
Can I take the course more than once in a year for different purposes? In general, one enrollment covers one use case. For specific guidance, contact your court or the Tennessee DSHS.