DUI classes by state · New York
Court-Ordered DUI Classes in New York
In New York, court-ordered DUI/DWI education goes through the Impaired Driver Program (IDP). Here is how it works, whether an online class is accepted, and how to find a provider your court will accept.
Based on 4 cited official sources · Reviewed Jun 2026
- ProgramImpaired Driver Program (IDP)Overseen by New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
- AssessmentRequiredScreening or evaluation is part of the process
- Online?In personOnline classes do not count
- License agencyDMVHandles suspension and reinstatement
Quick answer: in person or online in New York?
In-person required. The IDP is delivered in person: participants attend seven weekly classroom sessions (16 hours total) with a state-approved provider. The NY DMV states plainly that it "does not accept on-line programs at this time," so the IDP requirement cannot be satisfied remotely. Your court and the DMV decide what counts — confirm the format and the specific provider before you enroll or pay.
Program structure in New York
| Program / level | Length | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Impaired Driver Program (IDP) | Seven weekly classroom sessions, 16 hours total (~7 weeks) | Drivers enrolling for a conditional license/privilege or to satisfy a court/DMV requirement after an alcohol- or drug-related conviction |
New York program levels — dedicated guides
Each New York program level has its own page explaining who it applies to, how long it runs, and how to find a licensed provider. Open the one your court order names:
- Impaired Driver Program (IDP) guide — The seven-session, 16-hour IDP in detail — enrollment, fees, screening, and the conditional license.
New York-specific rules to know
- You enroll in person at a NY DMV office; there is a non-refundable $75 DMV enrollment fee plus a program fee of up to $233 paid to the provider.
- The IDP includes a preliminary screening; those identified as at-risk get a clinical assessment and may have to complete treatment to finish the IDP.
- A conditional license can be issued only one time; if a court mandates the IDP after prior participation, you are not eligible for a conditional license.
- On completion you receive a Notice of Completion, transmitted electronically to the DMV; relicensing is handled by the DMV Driver Improvement Unit.
Find an approved DUI class provider in New York
Start with the official state list — it's the one your court is most likely to accept — then confirm the specific provider with your court or probation officer:
Prefer to look on a map? Search Google Maps for DUI classes in New York — then check any provider against the official list above and your court order before enrolling.
Source & accuracy: compiled from New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and official New York licensing sources. Court requirements change and vary by case — always confirm the program, format, hours, and an accepted provider with your court and the DMV before enrolling. Sources: dmv.ny.gov/points-and-penalties/impaired-driver-program-idp, dmv.ny.gov/points-and-penalties/impaired-driver-programs-idp-by-county, dmv.ny.gov/points-and-penalties/relicensing-after-the-idp, oasas.ny.gov/treatment/impaired-driver-program-participants.