Your premium may be reduced for drivers who:
- Are at least 55 years of age.
- Have voluntarily completed an approved Motor Vehicle Accident Prevention Course.
- The course must have been approved by the Secretary of State and a letter from the Secretary of State presented to the Company acknowledging the course was successfully completed within the three years prior to the inception or renewal of the current policy term.
- After this three year period, the course must be successfully repeated and evidence furnished in order to again qualify for the discount.
If you have any questions about a course being eligible, contact your State Farm agent.
Discount Term and Renewal
The Defensive Driving Discount (DDD) will begin at the inception date (new policies) or is applied midterm as of the completion date of the course (existing policies). DDD applies for a period of three years, at the end of which, the insured must provide evidence that the course has been successfully repeated to renew the discount.
Termination of Discount
DDD expires on the first renewal date following three years from the course completion date unless State Farm receives evidence of recertification.
If you have questions about a course being eligible, please contact your State Farm agent.