Author: Elf
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How can I obtain an insurance discount through traffic school?
Get in touch with your insurance company to verify if they provide a discount for completing a traffic school course successfully. If they do, just sign up for the 4-hour BDI course, go through it at your preferred speed, and submit your completion certificate to your insurance company upon completion!
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What is the testing and grading policy?
Each module contains a quiz that reviews important content from that module. There are 10 questions per quiz, and you must score an 80% or higher to move onto the next module. You will be provided with feedback on any incorrect answers, and you may retake your quizzes an unlimited amount of times. You will…
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How can I find a traffic school?
The website of the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles provides a roster of Driving and Education Course Schools in Florida.
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How can I register and finish the traffic school?
You can participate in the school at any location within the State of Florida.
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What is the cost of the driving school option?
Each driving school sets its own rate, please check with the school of your choice.
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How frequently am I allowed to enroll in traffic school in order to prevent points on my driving record?
You have the option to choose traffic school once in a span of twelve (12) months, and a maximum of five (5) times throughout your lifetime. To determine your eligibility, you can verify online at the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for the state of Florida.
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What do I need to renew my Driver License?
For driver license renewal or state ID requirements, please visit the FLDHSMV website.
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What happens if I choose to participate in the program but do not show up?
If an individual opts to enroll in a driver improvement course and has already paid the required fine, but fails to attend the designated school within the court’s set timeframe, they will be regarded as having admitted to the violation and will be legally declared guilty. In this scenario, the individual is required to pay…
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Who is eligible to choose driver improvement school instead of getting points on their driver history record?
How many times am I allowed to choose to participate in a fundamental driver improvement program? Where can I find additional details about opting for a driver improvement course? Who is eligible to choose to enroll in a basic driver improvement course? Any individual accused of a moving or non-moving offense, excluding infractions related to…
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What if I live outside of County XYZ?
If you wish to plead not guilty to a traffic infraction ticket, and you cannot appear for a hearing because you live outside County XYZ, you must complete an Affidavit of Defense (PDF) and file it with County XYZ Clerk’s office on or before the 30-day due date. Effective October 1, 2006, speed in excess…
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How much time do I have to submit a not guilty plea for a civil infraction?
You must inform the Clerk’s office, either in person or through written communication, within a specified period of 30 calendar days starting from the ticket’s issuance date.
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How long does the process take?
The process can take several years because an investigation will be conducted and the head of state must approve the restoration of civil rights. The duration of the process also depends on your individual circumstances. The process can take many years (approximately nine) and it is at the discretion of the Pardon Committee as to…
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What are the possible reasons for denying an application for restoration of civil rights?
Applications can be denied for the following reasons: (1) an error in the court or police records, (2) an error in the application, (3) outstanding fines or restitution, or (4) ineligibility to apply.
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What is a TIN and why do I need one?
A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), also referred to as a federal tax identification number, is a nine-digit number that the IRS assigns to business entities.
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How do I start the process of incorporating my business?
You need to file the Articles of Organization with the State of Florida, along with the necessary fees.
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How long does it take to get a legal entity set up in Florida?
Depending on how quickly the state processes the filings, it will take between two and five business days to set up your entity.
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What does the Town DO with Lost and Found Items?
All items found by Town employees or turned in to the Town Office will be kept for 7 days as a courtesy and if not claimed within that time it will then be disposed of in an appropriate manner. If the item is of value it will be turned over to the County Sheriff’s substation.
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What is the 8(a) Certification?
The Government Agency offers the 8(a) Certification Program to provide opportunities for qualifying small businesses seeking access to the government contracts marketplace. The 8(a) program positions your company for contracting opportunities with government agencies and major prime contractors in a wide variety of industries.
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How does the Certification Process work?
Applicants must complete the Pre-qualification and Certification application. Please click [here](link) and select Certification Application. Once the application is filled out, all necessary documents must be uploaded and payment must be submitted at the end of the application process. The Certification Specialist will review the file to ensure all required documents are received and meet…
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How much does MBE Certification cost?
A processing fee that cannot be refunded is evaluated for all certifications, based on gross annual sales.
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What is MBE Certification?
MBE certification is the process by which the minority ownership status of a business is validated by a regional minority business council and its Certification Committee. The Committee determines, pursuant to the policies of the national minority supplier development council, whether the approved business is owned, operated and controlled by person(s) who is determined to…
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What is a False Name and how do I apply?
If your business is operated under a name that is not a corporation or your legal name, you must register with the State of Florida. More information can be found at www.sunbiz.org.
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Where should I submit my Florida sales tax?
You can obtain a sales tax ID and submit your sales tax through the website of the Florida Department of Revenue.
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How can I determine the legitimacy of a business and/or how do I submit a complaint?
Get in touch with the Florida Division of Consumer Services or dial 1-800-HELPFLA for assistance.