Michigan: Full Rule Record
Confirm with your court or DMV. Traffic-code rules change and vary by court — verify the current rule on Michigan’s official .gov page or with the court handling your citation before you act. This rule is compiled at medium confidence and should be confirmed before you rely on it. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Michigan operates without a statewide defensive driving program, and no published frequency requirement applies to the state level. Points reduction through such a program is not available as a statewide option.
Cost and course hours vary by individual approved providers and courts rather than being set by a uniform state standard. Drivers seeking information about defensive driving options in Michigan should consult the state's official government resources for current details about provider-specific requirements and any local court procedures that may apply.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| Mechanism | No state program |
| What that means | no dismissal/point-reduction program (insurance discount may exist) |
| Eligibility / notes | Basic Driver Improvement Course can keep a minor offense off the record for first-time eligible drivers (state-notified). CONFIRM eligibility rule before ship. |
| Frequency | n/a |
| Points effect | none statewide |
| Governing statute | your state’s official statutes |
| Confidence | Medium |
Primary source: https://www.michigan.gov/sos. 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.