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ACA to offer first in the nation “defensive cycling” classes for ticket dismissal

Jun 2nd, 2010
by elliott.

In partnership with the Austin Municipal Court, the Austin Cycling Association is now offering the first “defensive cycling” classes in the country that may be used for ticket dismissal. Just like defensive driving classes, individuals may take the class to dismiss a ticket once every 12 months.

If you’ve been ticketed by Austin Police for a cycling related traffic violation, you may request this option from the Austin Municipal Court. If approved and you complete the course within the required time frame, your traffic ticket will be dismissed and not show up on your driving record.

Here’s the class schedule for the rest of the year:

The City of Austin’s Defensive Cycling courses were designed and are taught by nationally-certified League Cycling Instructors with the League of American Bicyclists. With our course, you’ll not only meet the requirements to dismiss your traffic ticket, you’ll also learn vital defensive cycling tips on how to become a safer and more proficient cyclist. This course is provided and taught under license by The Center for Cycling Education

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2 Comments on “ACA to offer first in the nation “defensive cycling” classes for ticket dismissal”

  1. #1 landroveraustin (land rover austin)
    on Jun 2nd, 2010 at 7:12 pm

    Brilliant! RT @austinon2wheels ACA offers 1st n US “defensive cycling” clases 4 tickt dismisal http://bit.ly/bEHxrm Way 2 go @AustinCycling!

  2. #2 atlantabike (atlbikecoalition)
    on Jun 23rd, 2010 at 3:34 pm

    We want defensive cycling classes for ticket dismissal in our city too! – http://bit.ly/bEHxrm

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