DUI classes by state · Virginia
Court-Ordered DUI Classes in Virginia
In Virginia, court-ordered DUI/DWI education goes through the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP). Here is how it works, whether an online class is accepted, and how to find a provider your court will accept.
Based on 5 cited official sources · Reviewed Sep 2026
- ProgramVirginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP)
- 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 Virginia?
In-person required. VASAP is not a class you shop for — after a DUI conviction the court orders you into the Alcohol Safety Action Program serving your locality, and that local ASAP office manages your case. The official VASAP FAQ answers "Are ASAP classes offered online?" with a flat "No," so a generic online DUI class cannot substitute for the court-ordered program. Your court and the DMV decide what counts — confirm the format and the specific provider before you enroll or pay.
Program structure in Virginia
| Program / level | Length | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Intake and screening | One intake appointment | Everyone referred to ASAP; a case manager classifies you for education or a treatment assessment |
| ASAP education classes | 10 hours (2-hour sessions, once a week for 5 weeks) | Participants classified for the standard education track |
| Treatment referral | Varies by provider and plan | Participants whose screening indicates a substance use problem; treatment is paid separately to the provider |
Virginia program levels — dedicated guides
Each Virginia 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:
- VASAP guide — The 15-day enrollment deadline, $300 + $100 fees, 10-hour classes, the treatment track, and ASAP probation.
Virginia-specific rules to know
- Enrollment is mandated by statute: Va. Code § 18.2-271.1 requires anyone convicted under § 18.2-266 (DUI) to enter and successfully complete an ASAP as a condition of probation, and completion is a condition of any restricted license.
- The base program fee is set by statute at no less than $250 and no more than $300; the VASAP FAQ lists $300 plus a $100 intervention fee, and courts may reduce or waive fees for indigent participants.
- The ASAP system is funded entirely by offender fees — it receives no state tax dollars.
- The Virginia DMV will not fully reinstate driving privileges after a DUI conviction until VASAP is complete, and ignition interlock requirements (Va. Code § 18.2-270.1) run through your ASAP case manager.
Find an approved DUI class provider in Virginia
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 Virginia — then check any provider against the official list above and your court order before enrolling.
Source & accuracy: compiled from Commission on the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) and official Virginia 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: vasap.virginia.gov, vasap.virginia.gov/faqs, vasap.virginia.gov/asap-directory, law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title18.2/section18.2-271.1, dmv.virginia.gov/licenses-ids/license/reinstate.