Florida: Full Rule Record
Confirm with your court or DMV. Traffic-code rules change and vary by court — verify the current rule on Florida’s official .gov page or with the court handling your citation before you act. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Florida permits eligible defendants to petition for pre-conviction election, a mechanism that allows certain individuals to avoid a formal conviction record. The program is available up to five times during a defendant's lifetime, with a maximum frequency of once every 12 months.
When a pre-conviction election is granted, the court withholds adjudication of guilt. This means no conviction is entered on the record, and no points are assessed to the defendant's driving record.
The specific costs and course requirements associated with pre-conviction election vary by provider and court. Individual approved providers and courts establish their own fee structures and educational requirements rather than a single statewide standard. Those seeking to participate in the program should contact their local court or an approved provider directly for current pricing and course hour information.
For comprehensive details and authoritative guidance, defendants should consult Florida's official state government resources on this matter. This information is provided for general knowledge only and should not be construed as legal advice. Individuals facing charges should consult with a qualified attorney regarding their eligibility and options.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Florida |
| Mechanism | Pre-conviction election |
| What that means | election before conviction prevents points (FL/KY) |
| Eligibility / notes | Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) election within 30 days of citation; clerk of court; points not assessed. |
| Frequency | up to 5x lifetime, once / 12 months |
| Points effect | withholds points (no adjudication) |
| Governing statute | your state’s official statutes |
| Confidence | High |
Primary source: https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/education-courses/driver-improvement-schools/. Verified June 2026. How we compile this.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Traffic-school eligibility, point-reduction rules, and court procedures vary by state, by court, and by offense, and change over time. Nothing here is a specific statute citation or a determination about your case. Before you act, confirm the current rule with the traffic court handling your citation or your state DMV, and refer to your state’s official statutes for the governing law. For your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney.