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If you have been charged with one of the traffic violations listed below, the Defensive Driving Program may minimize or prevent the assessment of insurance points or premium surcharges on your insurance policy and/or points on your driver's license.

You must complete the National Safety Council's 4-hour defensive driving course through Johnston Community College.  This program is offered by the Johnston County District Attorney's Office, Johnston Community College, and the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina.

You may be eligible for this program if your traffic citation is for:

  • Crossing median - 20-146
  • Driving left of center - 20-146
  • Failing to reduce speed - 20-141
  • Driving the wrong way on a dual lane - 20-165.1
  • Failing to signal when turning - 20-142 & 20-158.1
  • Failing to wear seat belt - 20-135.2A
  • Failing to yield - 20-155 & 20-258.1
  • Failing to yield pedestrian right of way - 20-173
  • Following too closely -  20-152
  • Impeding traffic - 20-141
  • Improper passing - 20-150
  • Improper turn - 20-153
  • Improper use of traffic lane - 20-146.2
  • Move Over Law - 20-157(f)
  • No operators license - 20-7(a)
  • Red light violation - 20-158
  • Speeding up to 20 mph over limit - 20-141
  • Speeding too fast for conditions - 20-141(a)
  • Stop sign violation - 20-158
  • Unsafe movement - 20-154

You are not eligible for this program if...

  • you have paid off the ticket or citation before class
  • you are charged with speeding in a work zone or in a school zone
  • you have taken the course in the last three years

Course Content

  • Benefits of defensive driving
  • Speeding and speed limits
  • ABS brakes
  • Proper vehicle maintenance
  • Child safety seats
  • Avoiding a head-on crash
  • Drugs and their effect on driving
  • Right of Way
  • The "triple crash"
  • Dealing with aggressive drivers
  • Safe and legal following distance
  • The six driving conditions
  • Air bags and safety belts
  • Reducing stress and aggression
  • Fatigue
  • Staying in control

Why Take This Course?

Insurance points will cost you money.  The Defensive Driving Course may minimize or prevent the assessment of insurance points or premium surcharges on your insurance policy and/or points on your driver's license.

Points % Rate Cost if Basic Rate is $300 Points % Rate Cost if Basic Rate is $300
1 25% $375 7 180% $840
2 45% $435 8 220% $960
3 65% $495 9 260% $1,080
4 90% $570 10 300% $1,200
5 120% $660 11 350% $1,350
6 150% $750 12 400% $1500

Certification

Johnston Community College is the certified National Safety Council Public Sub-Agency serving Johnston County for the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina.

Upcoming Course Dates

Course NumberCourse DateIn Spanish?
6Saturday, December 05, 2009No
1Thursday, February 18, 2010 No
2Tuesday, April 13, 2010 No
3Saturday, June 19, 2010 No
4Tuesday, August 17, 2010 No
5Thursday, October 21, 2010 No
6Tuesday, December 07, 2010 No

Ready to Register?

The Defensive Driving Registration Information page has important information regarding registration and links to the appropriate defensive driving course registration forms.

 

For more information, contact:
Harold Lee
Defensive Driving Coordinator
919-209-2213
 

Continuing Education Division
919-209-2168
 
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