Defensive Driving in Nevada

State-Approved Courses

Nevada licenses driving schools throughout the state, and divides them into categories which makes it easy for you to choose which course you might want or need to take. Defensive driving is one of the many techniques you'll learn at these schools.

Nevada provides drivers with the following schools:

• Professional Driving Schools and their Internet counterparts

• Traffic Safety Schools

• DMV-approved DUI Schools

Refer to our Nevada Traffic Schools section for complete details about these schools.

Ticket Dismissal and Point Reduction

Attending a Nevada defensive driving course may allow a traffic ticket to be dismissed or reduced, depending on the violation and your driving history. Check with your local court to see if you qualify.

Perhaps you'd like to reduce points on your driving record. A driving school should meet those needs, too, but always be sure to ask the course administrator and the Nevada DMV, first.

Insurance Discounts

If you're interested in lowering your auto insurance premiums, contact your own insurance company first.

Ask how much of a discount you'd receive taking a course, and check to make sure you are eligible for the discount. Some insurance companies only give discounts to drivers of certain ages, or may not offer a discount due to your driving record. You'll also want to compare the cost of the course to the amount of the discount; sometimes the discount is not enough to offset the cost.

Too, if you are a senior who is 50 years old or older, check with your local chapter of the AARP. Many chapters offer regularly-scheduled driving refresher courses for only $10, and the discount on your insurance should be greater than this fee.

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