Get Your License Reinstated
If your Florida driver's license has been suspended or revoked, you may be required to take a 12-hour Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) class to get it reinstated. It's natural to feel overwhelmed, but don't worry — we'll help you sort everything out!
With our state-approved online ADI course, you can complete your requirement on your schedule and take the next step toward getting back on the road quickly.
Who Needs This Course?
You may be required to take an ADI course if your driving record shows serious or repeated violations. This commonly applies to drivers who:
- Have had their license suspended due to excessive points
- Have been classified as a Habitual Traffic Offender (HTO)
- Received a court order requiring the recipient to take an ADI course
- Are applying for a hardship license after a suspension or revocation
Unlike a Basic Driver Improvement course (BDI), which is often optional, the ADI course is usually mandatory for drivers in more serious situations.
If you've received a notice from the court or the FLHSMV, it will typically specify whether you are required to take a specific defensive driving course.
What Is an Advanced Driver Improvement Course?
An Advanced Driver Improvement program is a state-required, 12-hour driving program designed for individuals who have had their license suspended or revoked in the state. It is more in-depth than a basic traffic school course and is typically required as part of the process to reinstate your driving privileges.
The course focuses on:
- Defensive driving techniques
- State traffic laws
- Risk awareness and decision-making
- Strategies to prevent future violations
If you've been ordered by a court or required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) to complete an ADI course, you must finish this program before you can drive again.
What Happens If You Don't Take the Course?
If you ignore your requirement to take a driver improvement course, your situation can become much more complicated. You could face extended license suspension, delay your reinstatement or accrue more fines and legal consequences. In most cases, you cannot reinstate your license until the ADI requirement has been completed and reported.
The License Reinstatement Process
Here's how the process works:
- Receive a notification. You'll be informed by the court or FLHSMV that a driver improvement course is required. This may come after a suspension, revocation or serious traffic violation.
- Enroll in a state-approved course. Choose a provider, like SafeMotorist, that meets Florida requirements.
- Take the course. Finish all required hours and coursework.
- Report completion. Your course provider submits your completion or provides a certificate.
- Move forward with reinstatement. Complete any remaining steps, such as fees or additional requirements.
What Happens After You Complete the Course?
Once you finish, your completion is processed promptly so you can move forward without delays. You'll receive a downloadable Enrollment Certificate in the first module, which can be used to apply for a hardship license in the state.
For Florida license holders, we report your completion to the FLHSMV after you finish the course. You may still need to follow any court instructions, such as bringing your certificate to the Clerk's Office in the county where you received your citation. If you do not hold a Florida license, you'll need to submit your certificate to your state's DMV yourself.
From there, you can complete any remaining steps required to reinstate your license, such as paying fees or meeting additional court or DMV requirements.
Ready to Get Back on the Road?
Enroll in SafeMotorist's Florida-approved ADI course and start immediately. Complete everything 100% online, on your schedule.
Start your SafeMotorist ADI course now and take the first step toward reinstating your license.
