Traffic Ticket Dismissal

------ You Must Arrive 10-15 minutes prior to class start time ------

Late arrivals NOT permitted

Got a ticket? We can help! Research shows that persons who take a course to dismiss a ticket really do save lives, time, and money!

If your ticket was written in Douglas, Washington, or Cass County Nebraska OR Pottawattamie County, Iowa OR the City of Council Bluffs, Iowa, we can help!

Take class and you'll avoid the points and fines up front. You won't plead guilty, and you don't have to go to court on the charges dismissed by the class. But there is more! You'll learn life-saving driving techniques that will change your life forever.

When you click "Register Now" you will be asked questions about your ticket, your identification, and payment. Eligibility is determined by where you got your ticket, what violations are on the ticket, and when you have taken a class to dismiss a ticket before.

In addition, certain time limits exist (based on where you got your ticket) for how long you have to register and complete your class. Click on the registration page for details.

In Nebraska, individuals are only eligible to take a STOP class for ticket dismissal once every 3 years.

You will need your drivers license, your ticket, your social security number, and a valid credit card to register.

Cass County Tickets
Your County Attorney does NOT participate in a "Formal" ticket diversion program. You may enter your ticket information online; after approval from the County Attorney we will email you your registration instructions, THEN you may go online to schedule your class and pay.

The County Attorney selects your course from the Cass County Options outlined below.

If you have any questions regarding your ticket, please contact our office at (402)896-6332 ext 501.

Class Choices (for all counties) Include (for dates & times and availability proceed to register now)
STOP - 4 Hour (Cass County, NE) - class description *offered every Monday night from 6pm-10pm at the 11620 M Circle location *offered once a month from 6pm-10pm in Weeping Water	$85
STOP - 4 Hour (Pottawattamie County & Council Bluffs) - class description *offered every Monday night from 6pm-10pm at the 11620 M Circle location *offered twice a month from 6pm-10pm at Council Bluffs Community Hall location	$100

STOP - 8 Hour (Washington County, NE) - class description *offered every Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday 6pm-10pm (2 consecutive nights), some Fridays and every Saturday 8am-5pm at the 11620 M Circle location *offered once a month in 2 consecutive nights 6pm-10pm at the Blair Police Dept location (usually Wednesday/Thursday nights)	$89
STOP - 8 Hour (Douglas County, NE) - class description *offered every Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday 6pm-10pm (2 consecutive nights), some Fridays and every Saturday 8am-5pm at the 11620 M Circle location *offered twice a month in 2 consecutive nights Monday/Tuesday, Tuesday/Wednesday, or Wednesday/Thursday from 6pm-10pm at the TAC Building location	$94
STOP - 8 Hour (Cass County, NE)- class description *offered every Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday 6pm-10pm (2 consecutive nights), some Fridays and every Saturday 8am-5pm at the 11620 M Circle location *offered twice a month in 2 consecutive nights Monday/Tuesday, Tuesday/Wednesday, or Wednesday/Thursday from 6pm-10pm at the TAC Building location	$160

STAR (ADD)- 8 Hour (Douglas & Washington County, NE) - class description *offered once a week either Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday (2 consecutive nights) from 6pm-10pm and one Saturday a month from 8am-5pm *occasionally offered on a Friday from 8am-5pm	$199
STAR (ADD)- 8 Hour (Cass County, NE) - class description *offered once a week either Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday (2 consecutive nights) from 6pm-10pm and one Saturday a month from 8am-5pm *occasionally offered on a Friday from 8am-5pm	$225

Late fees may apply if you are registering more than 12 days after your ticket is written!

Re-Scheduling Policy for Traffic Ticket Dismissal Classes:

I may re-schedule once prior to the date I chose for my original class. If I fail to re-schedule prior to 3 PM Central time my original class date, I cannot reschedule, I forfeit my course tuition and I must follow the instructions on the ticket.

To Re-Schedule I must email reschedule@safenebraska.org or call 402-896-6332 Ext 501 - you will get a response within 1 business day.

Refund Policy for Traffic Ticket Dismissal Classes:

We will refund any course fee if you cancel prior to 3 PM Central time on the first date of your traffic dismissal class. NO REFUND if your request is received after this time.

Weather Policy

Our classes will almost always run, regardless of weather. This is to ensure you can meet your court and other deadlines for course completion. You should call 896-6332 Ext 501 and listen to the recording to see if classes are running, or listen to KFAB 1110 AM for a closure announcement.

In the event classes are cancelled, we will send you an email regarding your options for class completion.

If classes are running, but you feel it is too unsafe for you to travel, you may reschedule without penalty by emailing us at reschedule@safenebraska.org and typing “weather” in the subject line.

Defensive Driving Course Descriptions

STOP 4 Hour - DDC-4 Defensive Driving Course
Four hour program

This program packs a powerful punch in just 4 hours! Participants receive a National Safety Council Certificate of Completion.

Curriculum includes information on:

The effects of speed
Following Distances for Cars and Trucks
Seat belts, Not Just the Law….a Good Idea!
Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Class eligibility dependent on violations and the county in which the ticket was issued. You must register in advance, walk ins are not permitted.

STOP 8 Hour- DDC-8 Defensive Driving Course

Eight hour program

The defensive driving course (DDC-8) is the core of the Council’s driver improvement program and is respected around the world for teaching motorists to avoid collisions BEFORE they happen. DDC-8 is an intense “Rules of the Road” review course. Curriculum includes: how to prevent head-on, rearend, and intersection collisions as well as collisions with pedestrians, trains, bicyclists, motorcycles, animals, and fixed objects. The course also provides information on passing and being passed safely, child restraints and safety belts, and the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Participants receive a National Safety Council Certificate of Completion.

Class eligibility dependent on violations and the county in which the ticket was issued. You must register in advance, walk ins are not permitted.

STOP 8 Hour - DDC-CMD - Coaching the Mature Driver

Eight hour program

The same great Defensive Driving Course as the Defensive Driving 8 Hour, but geared towards the experienced driver! Drivers over age 55 will find a great rules of the road course—geared to their needs behind the wheel! The defensive driving course is the core of the Council’s driver improvement program and is respected around the world for teaching motorists to avoid collisions BEFORE they happen.

Coaching the Mature Driver is an intense “Rules of the Road” review course. Curriculum includes: how to prevent head-on, rear-end, and intersection collisions as well as collisions with pedestrians, trains, bicyclists, motorcycles, animals, and fixed objects. The course also provides information on passing and being passed safely, child restraints and safety belts, and the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Participants receive a National Safety Council Certificate of Completion.

Class eligibility dependent on violations and the county in which the ticket was issued. You must register in advance, walk ins are not permitted.

STOP 8 Hour - Alive at 25/ DDC-4 Defensive Driving Course

Eight hour program

This young driver intervention program zeroes in on drivers between 15 and 24. This course combination packs a powerful punch in just 8 hours! Participants receive a National Safety Council Certificate of Completion.

Curriculum includes information on:

Why they often underestimate risk
The effects of inexperience, peer pressure and such distractions as cell phones, text messaging, MP3 players and GPS units
State and local driving laws and regulations
Communication skills for assertiveness and being a young leader
Responsibility of passengers
The effects of speed
Following Distances for Cars and Trucks
Seat belts, Not Just the Law….a Good Idea!
Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Class eligibility dependent on violations and the county in which the ticket was issued. You must register in advance, walk ins are not permitted.

Alive at 25/DDC4 Defensive Driving Course with two hours behind the wheel instruction

Download the informational flyer here: Alive at 25 Flyer

Does your child (16 to 25 yrs) have their Provisional Operator's Permit or Operator's License? Have they had tickets or accidents? Or do you think they need a refresher? The classroom portion covers the above information for the Alive at 25/DDC-4 Defensive Driving Course curriculum.

The two hour behind-the-wheel drive session offers one-on-one, hands-on driving experience in our Safety Council driver education vehicle with our certified instructor. They'll review safe driving practices, proper lane change procedures, proper following distance and much more. The behind-the-wheel drive session (by appointment only) will be scheduled by our instructor.

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STAR - DDC-ADD - Attitudinal Dynamics of Driving
Eight hour program

The National Safety Council’s Attitudinal Dynamics of Driving Program is based on a scientific theory of behavior change: Reality Therapy. Students participate in this interactive, dynamic course to recognize the pitfalls of the choices they are making, and learn to analyze choices and develop responsible behavior patterns behind the wheel. Participants receive a National Safety Council Certificate of Completion

Class eligibility dependent on violations and the county in which the ticket was issued. You must register in advance, walk ins are not permitted.