Get Your Lubbock County Traffic Ticket Dismissed with a Defensive Driving Course

Have you recently received a traffic ticket? Drivers living in cities like Lubbock, Slaton, Idalou, Buffalo Springs, Shallowater and Wolfforth have a few options for how to handle it.

First things first: You need to notify the court how you wish to respond to the citation within 12 days of receiving your citation. You can choose to:

  • Pay the fine electronically or at the court
  • Plead not guilty and request a trial
  • Submit a written explanation to the City Prosecutor (only for parking citations)

Want to Keep the Ticket Off Your Record?

If you're eligible, taking a state-approved Texas accident prevention course is a smart option. It can:

  • Dismiss your citation
  • Keep points off your license
  • Prevent your insurance rates from going up

If you pay your fine digitally, you waive your opportunity to enroll in motorist safety training for dismissal. So, make sure you request the course before paying your fine.

Who Is Eligible for Defensive Driving in Texas?

Before you sign up to dismiss your Lubbock County infraction, it's important to make sure you're eligible. TX has specific rules about who can take a course for this purpose.

You may be eligible if:

  • You have a valid, non-commercial Texas driver's license.
  • Your citation was for a moving violation (such as speeding or running a red light).
  • You haven't taken a program to dismiss an offense in the last 12 months.
  • You weren't traveling more than 25 miles per hour above the posted limit.
  • Your offense didn't involve a serious accident, construction zone violation or passing a school bus.

You'll also need to request permission from the court to take the program. This is usually done in person or by mail. Once approved, you can move forward with enrollment.

If you're unsure about your eligibility, it's a good idea to contact the court listed on your citation for more information. They can confirm whether your violation qualifies and assist you through any additional steps.

What to Expect

Our defensive driving course is state-approved and takes a minimum of six hours to finish. It's broken into short, easy-to-follow sections that cover traffic laws, safe operating practices, advanced maneuvering techniques and accident prevention. You'll complete short quizzes along the way and a final exam at the end. It's all web-based, and you can take it at your own pace.

Once completed, you'll earn a defensive driving certificate. You must submit your certificate to the court, often by mail or in person. Some jurisdictions also require a copy of your driving record, so be sure to check their specific requirements.

How to Request Accident Prevention in Lubbock County

To be approved, you must:

  • Request permission from the court in person or in writing.
  • Provide a valid driver's license or photo ID.
  • Make sure you're eligible under TX law (for example, you can't hold a commercial license or have been speeding 25 mph or more over the limit).

How to Pay Your Ticket

  • In person: Bring your ticket, ID and payment (cash, check, money order or card) to the municipal court.
  • By mail: Send a check, cashier's check or money order to the court's mailing address.
  • Online: Click here to pay online — but remember, you cannot take this course to dismiss your citation if you choose this option.

Start Your Online Program Today

If you've been officially approved to take traffic school, you can get started with our 100% online, TDLR-approved course today. It's self-paced and designed to help you dismiss your infraction while keeping your record clean.