Traffic school courses have become very popular since more than 23 states give drivers the option to attend the schools in order to get a traffic ticket dismissed. Before you choose a traffic school course, use this quick checklist: Is the school approved by the state? Unless the school is approved by the state, the judge will not accept the course. How many hours do you have to take to satisfy the courts? The number of hours required varies from state to state. Can you take the class online? The Internet has opened door for online study even for a traffic school course. You can take a video based course or one that is based on course work. If I take the course online, can I take it at my own pace? Even if you complete the course and the case is dismissed, you may still see points on your license. The department of motor vehicles determines how many points are added to your license.