DUI classes by state · Texas
Court-Ordered DUI Classes in Texas
In Texas, the court-ordered DUI/DWI education requirement is the DWI Education Program, overseen by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Court-Ordered Programs. Here's how it works, whether an online class is accepted, and how to find a provider your court will accept.
Quick answer: in person or online in Texas?
Online accepted where approved. Texas permanently authorizes court-ordered DWI education to be delivered online (instructor-led) as well as in person — a 2021 law (Gov’t Code §171.0055) lets a TDLR-licensed provider hold an online, in-person, or both endorsement. Always confirm your specific court or probation officer accepts an online course, and use only a TDLR-licensed provider. Your court and the DPS decide what counts — confirm the format and the specific provider before you enroll or pay.
Program structure in Texas
| Program / level | Length | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| DWI Education Program (DWIE) | 12 hours | First-offense DWI; usually a condition of community supervision |
| DWI Intervention Program (DWII) | Minimum 30 hours | Repeat/multiple-DWI offenders |
| Drug Offender Education Program (DOEP) | 15 hours | People with a current or prior drug conviction |
| Alcohol Education Program for Minors | 6 hours | Minors convicted of alcohol offenses (MIP) |
Texas-specific rules to know
- A first-offense DWI defendant on community supervision must finish the program within 180 days unless the court grants an extension (Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.403).
- If the program is not completed on time, the court notifies DPS and the driver license is suspended until it is finished.
- TDLR (not DSHS) now regulates these programs; courses must be taken from a TDLR-licensed provider to count.
- Texas driver licensing is handled by the Department of Public Safety (DPS), not a "DMV"; reinstatement after a DWI also typically requires SR-22 insurance and fees.
Find an approved DUI class provider in Texas
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 Texas — then check any provider against the official list above and your court order before enrolling.
Might an online class work for you? Texas accepts state-approved online DUI classes for many cases. If your court and the DPS allow it, an approved online class can be faster — but confirm it's accepted for your specific case first. How state-approved online DUI classes work →
Source & accuracy: compiled from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Court-Ordered Programs and official Texas licensing sources. Court requirements change and vary by case — always confirm the program, format, hours, and an accepted provider with your court and the DPS before enrolling. Sources: tdlr.texas.gov/court-ordered, tdlr.texas.gov/court-ordered/drug-and-alcohol, tdlr.texas.gov/court-ordered/drug-and-alcohol/search, capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/analysis/html/SB01480F.htm, dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/suspensions-reinstatements.