Want an alternative to having a violation on your driving record? The driver safety program emphasizes how driving with stress, attitudes and emotion affect driving, and talks about the best defensive-driving techniques.
 
The class is held via Zoom and offers techniques to make driving a safe, enjoyable experience. Sandburg's driver safety program is approved for use by the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court, and isn’t intended for individuals with no driving citation. Early registration is encouraged to complete the class prior to your court date.
 
For more information or to register, call 309.345.3501 or email us.

 

2024 driver safety program dates

  • July 6
  • Aug. 10
  • Sept. 7
  • Oct. 12
  • Nov. 9
  • Dec. 7

 

How long is the program?

Traffic court mandates you attend a four-hour class, which lasts from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with two 15-minute breaks. Failure to attend the entire class negates the term of your court supervision.
 

 

Who should I contact to see if I’m eligible?

Contact the circuit clerk in the county where you were issued your ticket.

 

How do I enroll?

Call 309.345.3501, or visit Sandburg’s Center for Manufacturing Excellence (CME) in building G on the Galesburg campus, 2051 Tom L. Wilson Blvd. from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.

 

Is there a registration fee?

There’s a $65 non-refundable fee to enroll. You can move your class date one time only. Cash, credit/debit card or money order are accepted forms of payment. Pre-registration and payment are required, and early registration is encouraged. It’s your responsibility, as the court-supervised individual, to be aware of court dates and when the class should be completed. Cost and conditions are subject to change without notice. 

 

 

Do I need any materials?

No, the driver safety program is a lecture-based discussion, and any necessary info is screen-shared during the Zoom conference for you to follow along. No exam is given.

 

 

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes. If you received your traffic citation outside of Knox County, your completion certificate is emailed to you. You can also print a copy for the county's courthouse. If your citation was in Knox County, your completion certificate is forwarded to the Knox County Courthouse.