What DMVNV Online Traffic School Is

DMVNV Online Traffic School is Nevada's official online traffic school program, run by the Department of Motor Vehicles. It is the only traffic school option approved by Nevada courts for traffic violation dismissal. When you complete the course, you receive a certificate that you send to the court handling your case — the court then dismisses the ticket from your record.

This is different from paying a fine. Instead of paying the ticket amount, you take an online course, and the violation disappears. You will still pay a course fee to DMVNV, but the ticket itself does not appear on your driving record or your insurance.

Nevada law allows you to take DMVNV Online Traffic School once every seven years. If you have already taken it within the past seven years, you cannot take it again and must pay the fine instead.

Key Takeaways

  • DMVNV Online Traffic School is Nevada's only court-approved traffic school and is run directly by the state Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • You can take the course only once every seven years, and you must complete it before your court date to have the ticket dismissed.
  • The course takes four hours to complete and covers traffic safety, Nevada driving laws, and defensive driving techniques.
  • You pay a course fee to DMVNV (not the court), and after you finish, you print your certificate and send it to the court that issued your ticket.
  • You must have been cited for a traffic violation in Nevada and have a valid driver's license to take the course.

Who Can Take DMVNV Online Traffic School

You are allowed to take DMVNV Online Traffic School if you received a traffic citation in Nevada and the court handling your case permits traffic school as an option. Not all violations may have access to — serious offenses like DUI, reckless driving, or driving with a suspended license cannot be dismissed through traffic school.

You must also have a valid driver's license (from any state) and be at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, you cannot take the online course; you would need to take an in-person traffic school class instead.

Before you enroll, contact the court that issued your ticket to confirm that traffic school is an option for your specific violation. Some courts have restrictions or require you to request permission before you start the course.

How to Enroll and Complete the Course

To enroll in DMVNV Online Traffic School, visit the official Nevada DMV website and look for the traffic school section. You will need your citation number (the ticket number), your driver's license number, and a valid email address. The enrollment process takes about 10 minutes.

Once you are enrolled, you log in to the course portal and begin the four-hour online class. You can work through the course at your own pace — you do not have to finish it all in one sitting. The course covers Nevada traffic laws, safe driving practices, and defensive driving techniques. You will answer questions throughout the course to show you understand the material.

At the end of the course, you take a final exam. You must score at least 70 percent to pass. If you do not pass on your first attempt, you can retake the exam. Once you pass, the system generates a completion certificate with a unique code.

The Cost and Payment Process

DMVNV charges a course fee for online traffic school. The exact amount varies depending on the violation type and the court, but it is typically between $50 and $100. This fee goes to the Nevada DMV, not to the court.

You pay the course fee when you enroll, before you start the class. Most courts do not charge an additional fee if you complete traffic school, though you should confirm this with the court that issued your ticket. Some courts may still require you to pay court costs separate from the traffic school fee.

If you do not complete the course before your court date, you will be responsible for paying the full ticket fine instead. Make sure you have enough time to finish the course before your important date.

What Happens After You Complete the Course

After you pass the final exam, DMVNV sends you a completion certificate by email. The certificate includes a unique confirmation code and your course completion date. You print this certificate and mail it or deliver it in person to the court that issued your ticket.

Include a copy of your citation or ticket number with the certificate so the court can match it to your case. Some courts allow you to submit the certificate online through their case management system — check the court's website to see if this option is available.

Once the court receives your certificate, they dismiss the ticket. The violation will not appear on your driving record, and your insurance company will not see it. You should receive written confirmation from the court within two to four weeks.

The Seven-Year Rule and Repeat Violations

Nevada law allows you to take DMVNV Online Traffic School only once every seven years. This means if you took traffic school in 2023, you cannot take it again until 2030. If you receive another ticket before seven years have passed, you must pay the fine or contest the ticket in court.

The seven-year period is measured from the date you completed your previous traffic school course, not from the date you received that ticket. Keep your completion certificate in a safe place so you can prove when you took the course if you need to.

If you are unsure whether you are within the seven-year window, contact the Nevada DMV or the court handling your new ticket. They can look up your traffic school history and tell you whether you are allowed to take the course again.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

The most common mistake is waiting too long to enroll. Your court date is a hard important date — if you have not submitted your completion certificate by then, the court will not dismiss the ticket. Enroll as soon as you know traffic school is an option, even if you have several weeks before your court date.

Another mistake is forgetting to submit your certificate to the court. Completing the course is only half the process. You must print the certificate and send it to the court, or the dismissal will not happen. Keep a copy for your records and send the original to the court address listed on your ticket.

Do not assume all violations may have access to for traffic school. Serious offenses like DUI, reckless driving, or driving with a suspended license cannot be dismissed this way. If your violation does not may have access to, the court will tell you when you ask.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take DMVNV Online Traffic School if I got a ticket in a different state?

No. DMVNV Online Traffic School is only for traffic violations that occurred in Nevada and are being handled by a Nevada court. If you received a ticket in another state, you will need to contact that state's traffic school program or the court that issued your ticket.

What if I do not pass the final exam on my first try?

You can retake the exam as many times as you need. There is no penalty for retaking it, and you do not pay an additional fee. Most people pass on the second or third attempt. Just make sure you finish before your court date.

Does traffic school show up on my driving record?

No. Once the court dismisses your ticket, the violation does not appear on your driving record. Your insurance company will not see it, and it will not affect your rates. The only record is your completion certificate, which you keep.

Can I take the course if I have a suspended or revoked license?

No. You must have a valid, active driver's license to take DMVNV Online Traffic School. If your license is suspended or revoked, you cannot take the course. You would need to resolve the suspension or revocation first.

How long do I have to submit my certificate to the court?

You should submit your certificate as soon as you receive it. The court's important date is your court date — if you have not submitted it by then, the ticket will not be dismissed. It is safer to submit it at least one week before your court date to allow time for processing.