Traffic Survival School

Traffic Survival Schools are licensed by the ADOT Motor Vehicle Division and are separate from Defensive Driving Schools, which are administered through the Arizona Supreme Court.

To find an approved Traffic Survival School, visit azstatetss.org or contact the Arizona Chapter National Safety Council.

When Traffic Survival School Is Required

Point-Based Suspensions

Arizona uses a point system to track driving violations. If you accumulate 8 or more points within any 12-month period, you'll either be required to attend Traffic Survival School (TSS) or face a license suspension.

Automatic TSS Requirements

Certain violations require Traffic Survival School regardless of your point total. You must successfully complete TSS if you're convicted of:  

• Driving under the influence
• Wrong way driving
• Running red lights or stop signs
• Aggressive driving
• Moving violations that result in death or serious injury
• Any moving violation if you're under 18 years old (first violation)

Failing to complete Traffic Survival School when ordered will result in an automatic license suspension.

Virtual Traffic Survival School Options

In some circumstances, you may be eligible for a one-time waiver to complete TSS online instead of in person. Virtual TSS courses are available when:

• The Governor declares a state of emergency, or
• You can demonstrate to MVD that attending in person would create a substantial burden

This waiver is only available once per lifetime, so consider carefully whether virtual attendance is necessary for your situation.

Out of State Traffic Survival School

If you're located outside Arizona, you're still required to complete Traffic Survival School in Arizona. If attending in person would create a substantial burden, you may request a one-time waiver to complete TSS virtually.

Getting Help

Contact Information

Arizona Chapter National Safety Council:

• Phone: 602-222-3381 or 800-840-7563
• TDD: 602-222-3376 or 877-900-9160
• Website: azstatetss.org

Need to Find Schools: Visit azstatetss.org for a complete list of approved Traffic Survival Schools in Arizona.

Important Reminders

• Traffic Survival School must be completed through an MVD-licensed provider
• Virtual options require prior approval and are limited to one-time use
• Failure to complete required TSS results in automatic license suspension
• Keep your completion certificate as proof of compliance