Virginia: Full Rule Record
Confirm with your court or DMV. Traffic-code rules change and vary by court — verify the current rule on Virginia’s official .gov page or with the court handling your citation before you act. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Virginia's traffic safety point reduction program operates under a point reduction mechanism. The state publishes its rules with an official frequency of once every 24 months. Drivers who successfully complete an approved course may receive a credit of five safe-driving points applied to their driving record.
The specific cost of the course and the number of instructional hours required vary by provider and may differ depending on the jurisdiction or court overseeing the case. These details are established individually by Virginia's approved course providers and the courts administering the program, rather than by a single statewide standard. Drivers seeking information about course pricing and duration should consult their local court or an approved provider directly, or refer to Virginia's official state government resources for current, authoritative guidance.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Virginia |
| Mechanism | Point reduction |
| What that means | removes/credits points; conviction stays |
| Eligibility / notes | Voluntary DMV-approved Driver Improvement Clinic adds 5 safe-driving points (Virginia uses a +/- demerit/safe-point system). |
| Frequency | once / 24 months |
| Points effect | +5 safe-driving points |
| Governing statute | your state’s official statutes |
| Confidence | High |
Primary source: https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/. 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.