Washington Defensive Driving Course (Level One – 4 hrs and Level Two – 8 hrs)
This Washington defensive driving course, offered through our partnership with I Drive Safely, offers Level One (4-hour) and Level Two (8-hour) options for court-referred drivers. Washington's Level 1 and Level 2 safe-driving programs are court-referred after a citation, and the Washington DOL maintains a separate approved-provider list for license reinstatement. I Drive Safely is not on the WA DOL approved-provider list and is not for DOL license reinstatement. This course can help you meet a court requirement where your court accepts the provider, dismiss an eligible ticket where accepted, earn an eligible auto-insurance discount where permitted, and strengthen your safe-driving skills — all at your own pace from home.
Who Is This Course For?
Washington drivers who want a Level One (4-hour) or Level Two (8-hour) defensive driving course to meet a court requirement, dismiss an eligible ticket, or earn an insurance discount where permitted. I Drive Safely is not on the WA DOL approved-provider list and is not for DOL license reinstatement. Court acceptance for a specific citation is not guaranteed — confirm with your court before enrolling.
Course Overview
Washington's Level 1 (4-hour) and Level 2 (8-hour) safe-driving programs are court-referred after a citation. The Washington DOL also maintains a separate approved-provider list for drivers who must complete a safe-driving course before getting a suspended license back. This online course, offered through I Drive Safely, offers both Level One and Level Two options and is completed at your own pace on any device. I Drive Safely is not on the WA DOL approved-provider list and is not for DOL license reinstatement.
For ticket dismissal or to satisfy a court requirement, you must obtain your court's approval and verify that I Drive Safely appears on your court's list of approved course providers before enrolling. Court acceptance for a specific citation is not guaranteed — confirm with your court before enrolling. This course is not for DOL license reinstatement. An insurance discount is not guaranteed — check with your insurer to confirm discount eligibility.
Course at a Glance
Duration
4-hr (Level 1) & 8-hr (Level 2)
Format
100% Online & Self-Paced
Audience
All ages
Requirement
Court-referred where approved
Provider
I Drive Safely
Reporting
Not on WA DOL approved list; not for reinstatement
What You'll Complete
- Level One (4-Hour) Course
- Level Two (8-Hour) Course
- Avoid Points on Your License
- Court or State Requirement Eligible
- Insurance Discount (Where Permitted)
How It Works
- 1Register online for the Washington Defensive Driving course (Level One 4-hour or Level Two 8-hour).
- 2Complete the course online at your own pace on any device.
- 3For ticket dismissal or a court requirement, obtain your court's approval and verify I Drive Safely is on your court's approved provider list before enrolling. This course is not for DOL license reinstatement.
- 4Submit your completion per your court's instructions, or share it with your insurer for an insurance discount where permitted.
Important Requirements & Restrictions
- This course is court-referred where your court accepts the provider. I Drive Safely is not on the WA DOL approved-provider list and is not for DOL license reinstatement.
- For ticket dismissal or a court requirement, obtain your court's approval and verify I Drive Safely is on your court's approved provider list before enrolling. Court acceptance for a specific citation is not guaranteed — confirm with your court before enrolling.
- An insurance discount is not guaranteed; where permitted, check with your insurer to confirm discount eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Washington defensive driving course on the WA DOL approved list?
No. I Drive Safely is not on the WA DOL approved-provider list for the safe-driving course required before getting a suspended license back. This course is court-referred where a court accepts the provider and is not for DOL license reinstatement.
What is the difference between Level One and Level Two?
Washington's Level 1 (4-hour) and Level 2 (8-hour) safe-driving programs are court-referred after a citation. Level 1 is typically for a single violation; Level 2 is for multiple or more serious violations. Confirm with your court which level you are required to complete.
Can this course dismiss my Washington traffic ticket?
For ticket dismissal or a court requirement, you must obtain your court's approval and verify I Drive Safely appears on your court's list of approved course providers before enrolling. Court acceptance for a specific citation is not guaranteed — confirm with your court before enrolling.
Is there an insurance discount?
Many Washington insurers accept the course for a safe-driver insurance discount where permitted. An insurance discount is not guaranteed — check with your insurer to confirm discount eligibility.
Related Washington Resources
Ready to Get Started?
Register for the Washington Defensive Driving Course (Level One – 4 hrs and Level Two – 8 hrs) online with I Drive Safely. Complete at your own pace on any device.
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Provider Disclosure
DOT Driving School provides driver education information and connects students with available course providers. Course registration and course delivery for this program are provided by I Drive Safely, a third-party provider. DOT Driving School is not the course operator and does not administer this course.
Disclaimer
Courses identified as “State Approved” are licensed, approved, or accepted by the applicable state agency, as specifically stated on the individual course listing. Not all courses offered through this website are state approved or state required.
DOT Driving School is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the DMV, DOT, FLHSMV, any state driver licensing agency, or any federal, state, county, or local governmental agency, except where a specific course approval or authorization is expressly stated.