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- The New Jersey Specialists

Since 1996, we have helped over 2,100,000 drivers keep their driving records clean and insurance rates low. In our 13 years of driver safety education, we have refined our New Jersey online defensive driving course to be easy, fast, informative and convenient for any schedule.

Simply enter your first and last name along with your zip code into our exclusive Quick Start online registration and in minutes you are on your way towards being eligible for up to 5% auto insurance rate reduction for next 3 years and a two (2) point credit on your driving record. You can also call us toll-free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 877-9-SCHOOL (877-972-4665) and speak to one of our friendly customer service representatives.

Our State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission approved online course has only 14 chapters to read with:

The course satisfies all court and state requirements, while allowing you to study at your own pace. If for any reason you are not satisfied with our service before you graduate, we also offer a 100% money back guarantee with no questions asked.

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How it Works

Here is the course process, from start to finish. It's as easy as 1-2-3:

  1. Register HERE for our State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission approved online defensive driving course.
  2. Begin reading the course. The course is designed to fit into your schedule, so you may start and stop whenever you like and we automatically save your progress. [ Learn more... ]
  3. After graduation, you will receive your course completion certificate the same-day. It's that easy!

The course is divided into 14 chapters, and each chapter is divided into a few short sections. It is a 6-hour timed course, so you are required to spend a minimum amount of reading time on each section before you proceed to the next section.

The course keeps track of your progress, and you can read as much or as little as you like before logging off. You can then resume the course when your schedule permits. After you finish the course reading and the final exam (multiple choice questions), you will have passed the course - and you're done! You can retake the final exam as many times as needed until you pass at no additional charge.

If for any reason you are not satisfied with our service before you graduate, we also offer a 100% money back guarantee with no questions asked.


Course Details

Garden State Online Defensive Driving course is State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission approved. It is the easiest and best way to attend defensive driving school in New Jersey. After enrollment, you choose your own username and password to gain immediate access to the course. Our program is simple to navigate, easy to read and understand, and perfect for Internet novices and experts alike.

Successfully completing our course will result in a two (2) point removal from your driving record as well as eligibility for an auto insurance rate reduction for next 3 years.

Once you've read through the course materials and answer the quiz questions you will then complete and submit a final exam. You will know immediately if you have passed the course.

You will be given several opportunities to pass the final exam, if needed. Your tuition includes the entire program and your completion certificate.

We created our program to be as convenient as possible for any schedule. It is designed as an alternative to a classroom program, while allowing you to participate in at your own pace. You have the option of finishing the program in one sitting or, if you prefer, you may use your username and password as many times as you like and complete the course reading in increments of time, according to your own schedule. The goal is for you to thoroughly comprehend and absorb the traffic safety information.

We recommend that you complete the program at least three to four (3-4) days before your completion due date (if you have one).

If you have any questions or should you require assistance, please feel free to contact us.


Course Benefits

Drivers who participate in Garden State Online Defensive Driving course will benefit in several ways. Our course is approved by State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, so you can be certain your course completion will be honored.

If you recently received a traffic citation, or if you received a citation in the past, you have come to the right place! Traffic citations have points attached to them. The conviction typically appears on your driving record, as will the points, which can lead to a suspension of your driving privilege. Upon successful completion of our course, two (2) points will be removed from your driving record and you may be eligible for up to 5% auto insurance rate reduction for next 3 years.

Your employer may also require you to complete our program to reinforce safe driving habits and enhance your knowledge of traffic laws. Additionally, you may take our course voluntarily at any time should you desire a refresher course on traffic safety. Parents take note: many of our customers have their teenagers take the course as a way of helping to ensure their safety behind the wheel.

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Special Discounts

We offer special discounts to:

  • Active Military Personnel
  • Seniors
  • Students
  • Veterans

Simply call us toll-free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 877-9-SCHOOL (877-972-4665) and speak to one of our friendly customer service representatives to receive your online defensive driving course discount. It's that easy!

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Course Price

Our New Jersey online defensive driving course is affordable for every driver. Our everyday low price for the entire online course is just over 7 dollars per credit hour, and includes all of the following:


  • The entire New Jersey MVC approved online course with streaming videos and flash animations [ Learn more... ], short open-book multiple-choice quizzes and final exam, and your graduation certificate. There are no additional fees.
  • Same-Day delivery of your Completion Certificate to you
  • Your course completion receipt sent to MVC within 24 hours

Regular New Jersey defensive driving classroom courses charge similar fees but don't offer the convenience of an online defensive driving course that fits any schedule, or the peace of mind that 24/7 Live customer support provides.

Please keep in mind that New Jersey defensive driving schools are a privately-operated industry and you will be required to pay a course fee whether you sit in a classroom or select Garden State Online Defensive Driving School.

The tuition you pay guarantees that you will receive the finest educational materials, the best customer service and the most dependable and hassle-free online program in New Jersey.

Don't risk enrolling with just any school to save a few dollars. Don't lose sleep over something as basic as a defensive driving school course. Enroll with us today!

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First Time User

If you've never attended a defensive driving course before, don't worry, we have 13 years of experience making online learning as simple and trouble-free as possible.

Driving is a privilege, not a right. If you break traffic laws, your driving privileges could be suspended or revoked resulting in fines and even imprisonment. The seriousness of your violations - and resulting penalties - are tracked by State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) using a point system.

If you are convicted of a moving violation, MVC will penalize you by adding points to your driving record. You will only get points on your record for moving violations - points are not assessed for parking and other violations. A table is provided for more information on the number of points earned for specific violations.

How do points affect you?

  • If you get six or more points within three years on your current driving record, you will be assessed a surcharge. [ Learn more... ]
  • If you get 12 or more points on your current driving record, your license will be suspended. You will receive a notice of scheduled suspension by mail. [ Learn more... ]
  • Getting points on your license may also increase your insurance rates. Contact your insurance agent for details.

How can I get rid of points on my record?

Although MVC keeps a permanent record of all the points you've earned, it is possible to earn point deductions by remaining violation and suspension-free for one year or by taking a qualified online defensive driving course approved by MVC.

Successful completion of our Garden State Online Defensive Driving School course will result in a two (2) point credit on your driving record, meaning two (2) points will be removed from your driving record!

We urge you to do everything possible to keep points off your driving record, which means obeying all traffic laws, driving defensively and, if it is required, completing the Garden State Online Defensive Driving School course. Receive a two (2) point credit and protect your driving privilege. Click HERE to register.

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Last Minute Due Date

Last minute? Don't worry, OLTS takes the stress out of those last-minute due dates. Your completion certificate is available for your access immediately upon graduation. You can print it the out from our website right after you finish the course, free of charge.

Click HERE to enroll or call our friendly, 24/7 Customer Service reachable at toll-free, 877-9-SCHOOL (877-972-4665). We are here to help you with any questions you might have.

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Contact Us 24/7

Our Local Address:
130 W Pleasant Ave
Maywood, NJ 07607

Toll Free 24/7 Phone #: 877-9-SCHOOL (877-972-4665)
Fax: 888-639-2812
TDD: 711

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Trouble Logging In

If you have forgotten your username/password, or have any other trouble logging into our course we're available 24/7 toll-free at 877-972-4665.


About Us

T he On-Line Traffic School, Inc. operations began in mid-1996 as the nation's first online traffic school. Since that time, the company has expanded nationally graduating over 2,100,000 students. Company principals have been involved in the traffic safety business since 1987, with a knowledge base of over 50 years worth of experience.

The company employs a staff of 35, including a full-time team of web developers, writers, and administrators. Websites are hosted on a company-owned network of servers, all redundant and balanced to insure site uptime.

Open seven days a week with live phone staff dedicated to answering student calls, The On-Line Traffic School, Inc. prides itself in serving customer needs. Whether it is technical support, clarification on a test question, or just basic help with the computer, knowledgeable customer service representatives are always standing by, eager to be of help.

Traffic safety education is only one aspect of the many services that The On-Line Traffic School, Inc. offers. The company designed the nation's first online teen driver education program, one of the nation's first online continuing education courses for attorneys, and even develops websites, online databases, and provides hosting for small businesses (including many competitors). The company also forms joint ventures with qualified companies seeking an Internet presence.

The On-Line Traffic School, Inc. is committed to its mission. The magic of the Internet affords the user exposure to worlds and concepts they once couldn't even imagine. Traffic safety education online, in particular, allows those often excluded from classroom settings the opportunity to participate in a valuable learning process. Busy working professionals, stay-at-home parents, the physically challenged, or those simply unable to locate a convenient classroom location, can now experience traffic safety education from their home or office.

If you would like further information about the company, the services we offer, or would simply like to comment, please feel free to contact us.

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