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Defensive Driving School
Durham, NC

Visit our Durham location for in-person classes or complete your course 100% online. AAA Certified, Court Approved in NC, SC, VA. Certificate issued the same day.

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The Right Way School

1402 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27705

(984) 242-5605

Easy access from I-85 and I-40
15 minutes from downtown Raleigh
10 minutes from Chapel Hill
Free parking available

Defensive Driving Courses in Durham

Most Popular

4-Hour Course

$65
  • Minor traffic violations
  • Insurance discount eligible
  • Online or in-person
  • Same-day certificate
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Comprehensive

8-Hour Course

$95
  • Serious violations
  • Court-mandated requirements
  • Advanced techniques
  • Same-day certificate
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Serving Durham County & Surrounding Areas

Durham Chapel Hill Carrboro Hillsborough Research Triangle Park Bahama Rougemont Efland Mebane Burlington

Defensive Driving in Durham, NC

Durham sits at the crossroads of I-85 and I-40, and a traffic ticket here is handled in Durham County. Whether your course is court-ordered or voluntary, a defensive driving course can help with a court requirement or point reduction.

The Right Way is based right here in Durham at 1402 Broad Street, so you can attend in person close to home or complete the same course 100% online. Our AAA-certified instructors serve Duke students, downtown professionals, and families throughout Durham County.

How It Works in Durham

1

Read your citation

Note whether you need the 4-hour or 8-hour course and your deadline.

2

Enroll

Take the course online from anywhere, or in person at our Durham location near Durham.

3

Complete the course

Pass any required test with our AAA-certified instructors.

4

Submit your certificate

Receive it the same day and submit it as the court instructs.

Durham traffic cases are generally handled at the Durham County Courthouse. Always follow the instructions on your citation and confirm the required course with the court before enrolling.

Frequently Asked Questions — Durham

Do you serve Durham drivers?

Yes. We offer AAA-certified defensive driving courses online statewide and in person at our Durham location, convenient for Durham and the surrounding Durham County area. Always confirm the specific course your court order requires before enrolling.

Where is traffic court for Durham?

Durham traffic matters are generally handled at the Durham County Courthouse. Check your citation for your court date and location.

Can I take the course online?

Yes, our course is available 100% online statewide, and we also offer in-person classes. If your course is court-ordered, confirm the accepted format with the court before enrolling.

How much does the course cost in Durham?

Our 4-hour course is $65 and the 8-hour course is $95, with your certificate of completion provided the same day.

The Right Way is a private driving school — not a court, the DMV, or a law firm. This page is general information, not legal advice; course eligibility and outcomes depend on your situation and the court's decision. For questions about your citation, contact the court listed on it, the NC DMV, or a licensed attorney. See our defensive driving guides for more.