Defensive Driving School

The Oro Valley Magistrate Court allows people who have received tickets for some moving violations to attend Defensive Driving School.

Who can go to school?
You are eligible if:
Your citation was for a civil moving violation.
You have not attended a defensive driving class for an Arizona citation in the last 24 months.
Your citation was not issued as the result of a collision in which any person was seriously injured or killed.
Your case has not been set for a civil traffic hearing.
You do not have a CDL (Commercial Driver License).
You are at least 18 years of age at the time of the violation.
Under 18 year of age must be handled through Juvenile Court.

If you are eligible and complete the school to the satisfaction of the Defensive Driving School and Supreme Court requirements, your traffic violation will be dismissed.

What if I have more than one violation on my citation?
If you have more than one violation on your citation you must handle all other violations before the court date on the citation.

Can I have extra time to attend Defensive Driving School?
You can call the Oro Valley Court and request an extension. The court will give you a 30 day extension from the date you called as long as you call before your court date. The first extension issued by the court is no charge, however any additional extensions have a $17.00 fee payable in cash, credit card or money order.  You must complete the class 7 days before the end date of the extension.

How can I enroll?
To confirm eligibility to attend Defensive Driving School and/or register for class, Phone 1-888-334-5565 or go online to www.supreme.state.az.us/driveschoolinfo.

Why should I go to Defensive Driving School?
You will have points assessed to your driving record.
You will not have to go to the court as long as this is the only violation.
You will not have to pay a fine.
The charge will be dismissed.