Driving safety courses—also known as defensive driving or traffic school—are designed to improve a driver’s knowledge, awareness, and attitude toward driving a motor vehicle. Laws vary from state to state but in many states a driver who has been issued a traffic ticket or citation may have the ticket or citation dismissed upon successful completion of a driving safety course—whether online or in person.
In Wyoming, driving safety courses, often referred to as defensive driving or traffic school, serve as educational tools to enhance a driver's understanding and behavior on the road. While regulations can differ by state, in Wyoming, drivers who receive a traffic citation may be eligible to have their ticket dismissed or the associated points reduced on their driving record upon successful completion of a state-approved driving safety course. This option is typically at the discretion of the court handling the traffic violation. The courses can be taken online or in person, and they cover topics such as traffic laws, safe driving techniques, and the consequences of unsafe driving. It's important for drivers to check with the specific court to understand the eligibility criteria, as well as with the Wyoming Department of Transportation for approved course providers and any specific requirements related to course completion.