Hendricks County, Indiana Driver Safety Program & Online Traffic School

Hendricks County Indiana Traffic School and Driver Safety Program

If you need an Indiana Driver Safety Program because of a BMV requirement, want to qualify for an eligible four-point credit, or have been directed by a Hendricks County court or prosecutor to complete a driver safety course, ABetterDriver offers an online option.

Hendricks County is part of the Indianapolis metropolitan area and has a transportation network that combines growing suburban communities with major interstate and state highway corridors. The county's population reached an estimated 193,510 in 2025, up 10.7% from the 2020 Census population. Plainfield, Brownsburg, Avon, and Danville account for much of the county's population and transportation activity. (IU Stats)

That combination matters when choosing a defensive-driving course. Drivers in the county may encounter high-volume suburban corridors, interstate traffic, commercial development, rural roads, and daily travel between Hendricks County and Indianapolis.

If you need a BMV-approved Indiana DSP, you can complete ABetterDriver's course online without traveling to a classroom.

Take Your Indiana Driver Safety Program Online

ABetterDriver is listed by the Indiana BMV as a BMV-approved Driver Safety Program provider. Indiana's approved DSP curriculum is available online, and BMV-approved courses have a minimum duration of four hours. (Indiana Government)

The online format can be useful for Hendricks County students who live in Plainfield, Brownsburg, Avon, Danville, Pittsboro, or one of the county's smaller communities.

Where supported by the course platform, students can:

Complete the course online

Use a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer

Save their progress

Continue the course from another compatible device

Complete the required curriculum without attending a traditional classroom

The Indiana BMV, rather than the county, establishes the statewide DSP requirements. ABetterDriver's course is intended for drivers who need or are eligible to complete a BMV-approved DSP.

Ready to take your Indiana Driver Safety Program online?

Enroll with ABetterDriver and complete the required course from wherever you have internet access.

What Is an Indiana Driver Safety Program?

An Indiana Driver Safety Program, commonly called traffic school or defensive driving, is a BMV-approved defensive-driving course.

The BMV says the curriculum is intended to provide information that can help improve defensive-driving skills. It is not a substitute for driver education and is not designed to teach someone how to drive. (Indiana Government)

Indiana has a limited list of approved DSP providers. To receive the BMV four-point credit, the course must be completed through a BMV-approved provider. ABetterDriver is included on the BMV's current approved-provider list. (Indiana Government)

The maximum cost established by the BMV for a BMV-approved DSP course is currently $55, although students are responsible for applicable course fees. (Indiana Government)

Who Takes an Indiana Driver Safety Program?

There are several reasons a driver may complete an Indiana DSP.

BMV-Required Driver Safety Program

The Indiana BMV may require a driver age 21 or older to complete a BMV-approved DSP after the driver is convicted of two or more traffic offenses within a 12-month period.

Drivers under age 21 may be required to complete a DSP when convicted of two or more traffic offenses.

When the BMV requires the course, it sends the driver a notice. The driver generally has 90 days from the date on the notice to successfully complete the required BMV-approved DSP. Failure to complete the course within that period can result in suspension of driving privileges until the DSP is completed and processed. (Indiana Government)

If you receive a BMV notice, follow the deadline and instructions stated in that notice.

Voluntary 4-Point Credit

Indiana drivers can also voluntarily complete a BMV-approved DSP.

A successful DSP completion results in a four-point credit being applied to an Indiana Official Driver Record. The BMV currently permits the four-point credit once every three years. If another course is completed, the credit period can be extended for three years from the new completion date. (Indiana Government)

The four-point credit does not mean that the underlying ticket or conviction disappears.

Court-Ordered or Court-Referred Drivers

A court can require a driver to complete a course, and the court's requirement may differ from a BMV-required DSP.

This distinction is particularly important in Hendricks County because the county has its own traffic infraction deferral program. The Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office states that eligible participants in its deferral program are required to complete an online driver safety course through an approved provider. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

If your citation or deferral paperwork tells you to complete a course, follow the instructions from the applicable court or prosecutor. Do not assume that every court requirement is automatically satisfied by taking any BMV-approved DSP.

How Long Is the Indiana Driver Safety Program?

Indiana BMV-approved DSP courses have a minimum duration of four hours. The BMV-approved curriculum is standardized across approved providers. (Indiana Government)

The four-hour requirement describes the minimum course duration. It should not be interpreted as a guarantee that every student will personally complete all enrollment and administrative steps in exactly four hours.

How the Indiana 4-Point Credit Works

Successful completion of a BMV-approved DSP allows the BMV to apply a four-point credit to an Indiana Official Driver Record.

The credit can be used once every three years. (Indiana Government)

It is important to understand what the credit does not mean.

A four-point credit is not the same as:

Deleting a traffic conviction

Removing a citation from your history

Erasing the underlying traffic case

Automatically dismissing a ticket

Automatically reducing a fine

The BMV specifically states that completing a DSP does not remove a citation from the driver's history. (Indiana Government)

The BMV's current information indicates that completion results may take several business days to process. Its DSP FAQ says the credit is applied within 7 to 14 business days after the BMV receives notification of completion. (Indiana Government)

Hendricks County Driving Overview

Hendricks County has a distinctive transportation environment because it sits immediately west of Indianapolis and has experienced substantial population growth.

The county's population increased from 174,788 in the 2020 Census to an estimated 193,510 in 2025, a 10.7% increase. STATS Indiana ranks Hendricks County seventh among Indiana counties by 2025 population. (IU Stats)

The county also participates in the Indianapolis metropolitan transportation system. INDOT's Central Indiana Suburban Transportation and Mobility Study specifically includes Hendricks County and examines suburb-to-suburb mobility, including the SR 267 and SR 39 corridors and the Ronald Reagan Parkway corridor. (Indiana Government)

That means driving conditions can change considerably depending on where you are traveling.

A trip through Plainfield or Avon can involve multilane suburban roads, commercial entrances, intersections, and heavy traffic volumes. Travel farther west into areas around North Salem, Lizton, Coatesville, or Stilesville can involve more rural roadway characteristics.

For defensive driving, the important lesson is to adjust your speed, following distance, lane position, and scanning habits to the road environment rather than treating every part of the county the same way.

Major Roads and Highways in Hendricks County

Interstate 70

I-70 is one of the county's most important transportation corridors. INDOT identifies Hendricks County interchanges at SR 39, the Hendricks County Plainfield Rest Area, SR 267, and Ameriplex/Ronald Reagan Parkway. (Indiana Government)

I-70 connects Hendricks County with Indianapolis and communities farther west toward central and western Indiana. Drivers should be prepared for higher speeds, merging traffic, commercial vehicles, lane changes, and changing traffic conditions near interchanges.

U.S. 36

U.S. 36, also known as Rockville Road in the area, is an important east-west corridor through the eastern portion of Hendricks County, particularly around Avon and its connection with the Indianapolis area.

INDOT documentation has identified a heavily congested section of U.S. 36 between Ronald Reagan Parkway and Raceway Road and has pursued added travel lanes and related improvements in the Avon area. (Indiana Government)

U.S. 40

U.S. 40 is another major east-west route through the county. It serves communities including Plainfield and provides connections between Hendricks County and Indianapolis-area destinations.

INDOT is also pursuing improvements associated with the U.S. 40 and Ronald Reagan Parkway intersection. The project documentation describes future intersection improvements along approximately 12 intersections on the U.S. 40 corridor. (Indiana Government)

U.S. 136

U.S. 136 serves the northern portion of the county and passes through or near communities including Brownsburg and Lizton. In Brownsburg, U.S. 136 intersects with SR 267 near the Brownsburg Town Court. (Brownsburg)

State Road 267

SR 267 is particularly important in eastern Hendricks County. It connects the Plainfield and Brownsburg areas and intersects major corridors including I-70 and U.S. 36.

Its importance is also reflected in regional transportation planning. INDOT's suburban mobility study specifically identifies the SR 267 and SR 39 corridors as part of its study area. (Indiana Government)

State Road 39

SR 39 provides a north-south route through western and southern parts of the county and connects with I-70.

INDOT is currently addressing a documented safety concern at the SR 39 and Keller Hill Road intersection. An INDOT environmental document states that the intersection had an above-average crash frequency and high crash severity compared with similar unsignalized rural intersections based on a RoadHAT study covering 2018 through 2020. The proposed project includes consideration of a roundabout to improve safety. (Indiana Government)

Other State Routes

Other state routes relevant to Hendricks County include SR 75, SR 234, SR 236, and SR 240. Their importance varies by community and location, particularly as drivers move between the county's suburban eastern areas and its more rural western areas.

Primary Local Traffic Topic: Suburban Growth and High-Volume Traffic Corridors

One of the clearest transportation characteristics of Hendricks County is the combination of rapid population growth and high-volume suburban transportation corridors.

The county grew by 10.7% between the 2020 Census and the 2025 population estimate. Plainfield alone had an estimated 2025 population of 38,574, while Brownsburg was estimated at 34,089 and Avon at 25,350. (IU Stats)

Growth does not automatically mean that every road is congested or unsafe. It does mean that more drivers, businesses, residential development, and regional travel can interact with an established roadway network.

That pattern is particularly relevant around U.S. 36, U.S. 40, SR 267, I-70, and Ronald Reagan Parkway. INDOT's regional transportation study specifically examines Hendricks County as part of a broader effort to address suburb-to-suburb mobility. (Indiana Government)

For drivers, practical defensive-driving habits include:

Allowing additional space when traffic becomes compressed

Watching for vehicles entering from commercial driveways

Checking mirrors before changing lanes

Anticipating sudden braking near busy intersections

Avoiding distractions while navigating unfamiliar congestion

Maintaining awareness of merging traffic near interstate interchanges

Adjusting speed for construction and changing lane patterns

These habits are particularly useful when moving between Hendricks County's suburban corridors and its more rural roads.

Interstate and Freight Traffic Around I-70

I-70 creates a different driving environment from the county's local roads.

Near Plainfield, the interstate connects with SR 267 and Ronald Reagan Parkway, while SR 39 provides another major connection farther west. (Indiana Government)

Drivers using this corridor need to account for:

Higher travel speeds

Trucks and other large commercial vehicles

Merging traffic

Interchange traffic

Sudden changes in traffic flow

Reduced visibility around larger vehicles

Longer stopping distances

Do not remain alongside a tractor-trailer longer than necessary, maintain a safe following distance, and check surrounding traffic before changing lanes.

Hendricks County has also experienced significant winter weather incidents on I-70. INDOT documented a major snow squall crash near Plainfield and described cable-barrier safety infrastructure in the I-70 median. (Indiana Government)

That history is a useful reminder that highway conditions can change quickly during severe weather.

U.S. 36 and Avon Area Driving

Avon is one of Hendricks County's largest communities and has developed into a major suburban transportation area.

INDOT documentation regarding U.S. 36 identified congestion and crash-reduction objectives in the section between Raceway Road and Ronald Reagan Parkway. (Indiana Government)

Drivers using U.S. 36 should pay particular attention to:

Intersections

Turning vehicles

Commercial entrances

Lane changes

Traffic backups

Pedestrian and bicycle activity around developed areas

Construction-related changes

The goal is not simply to drive slowly. It is to recognize that a busy suburban corridor can require more active observation than an open rural roadway.

U.S. 40 and Plainfield

Plainfield is the largest incorporated community in Hendricks County, with an estimated 2025 population of 38,574. (IU Stats)

U.S. 40 passes through Plainfield and connects the community with the broader Indianapolis region. INDOT is studying intersection improvements along the U.S. 40 corridor, including the U.S. 40 and Ronald Reagan Parkway area. (Indiana Government)

Drivers should be prepared for a mix of commercial traffic, turning movements, local trips, and regional travel. At busy intersections, maintaining a clear view of traffic signals and anticipating vehicles entering or leaving businesses can reduce the chance of a last-second maneuver.

Rural Roads and Western Hendricks County

The western portion of Hendricks County has a different character from the suburban communities along the county's eastern side.

Communities such as North Salem, Lizton, Coatesville, and Stilesville are smaller than Plainfield, Brownsburg, and Avon. STATS Indiana's 2025 estimates put North Salem at 473 residents, Lizton at 505, Coatesville at 573, and Stilesville at 276. (IU Stats)

Drivers traveling these areas may encounter more open road conditions and rural intersections. That can create a different set of risks from suburban congestion. Higher speeds, limited roadside development, intersections without traffic signals, agricultural activity, and changing visibility can require more anticipation.

A road that feels open is not necessarily a road where drivers should stop paying attention.

Major Cities and Communities in Hendricks County

Plainfield

Plainfield is Hendricks County's largest incorporated community by population. Its location near I-70, SR 267, U.S. 40, and Ronald Reagan Parkway makes it one of the county's most significant transportation centers. (IU Stats)

For local traffic-school searches, Plainfield is also important because it has its own Town Court that handles traffic infractions and ordinance violations. (Town of Plainfield)

Brownsburg

Brownsburg is the county's second-largest incorporated community by population, with a 2025 estimate of 34,089. It sits along major corridors including U.S. 136 and SR 267. (IU Stats)

Brownsburg also has a Town Court that specifically handles traffic infractions, local ordinance violations, and criminal misdemeanors. (Brownsburg)

Avon

Avon had an estimated 2025 population of 25,350 and is an important suburban community along U.S. 36 and the Ronald Reagan Parkway area. (IU Stats)

The former Avon Town Court should not be treated as a current court. Indiana's current court records identify the Hendricks/Avon Town Court as abolished effective December 31, 2023. (Indiana Government)

If you receive a citation in Avon, use the court information on your citation or case record rather than assuming it belongs to a former Avon Town Court.

Danville

Danville is the county seat of Hendricks County. The town describes itself as being just outside the Indianapolis metropolitan area, with its historic downtown centered around Danville Square. (Danville IN)

The county courthouse and Clerk's Office are also located in Danville, making the community particularly important for county-level court matters. (Hendricks County)

Pittsboro

Pittsboro is a smaller but transportation-significant community in northern Hendricks County. STATS Indiana estimates its 2025 population at 4,443. (IU Stats)

Its location within the county's network of state and local roads makes it part of the transition between suburban and more open-road driving environments.

Hendricks County Traffic Deferral Program

Hendricks County has a locally administered Infraction Deferral Program for eligible drivers.

The Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office states that eligible participants can avoid a conviction on their driving record by successfully completing the terms of a deferral agreement. Current eligibility information includes requirements such as:

The citation must have been received in Hendricks County

The driver must be at least 16

The driver must not have a CDL

The driver must not have admitted guilt or paid the ticket

Additional driving-record and violation restrictions apply

The prosecutor's current website states that eligible participants must complete an online driver safety course through an approved provider. Most participants will have a nine-month deferral period, although eligibility is determined by the Prosecutor's Office. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

The county's published information also warns drivers not to pay the ticket before determining whether they qualify for deferral, because paying the ticket can affect eligibility. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

This is a court and prosecutor program, not simply another name for the Indiana BMV's four-point-credit program.

If your goal is deferral, contact the Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office before taking action on your ticket and follow the instructions you receive.

Courts and Traffic Tickets in Hendricks County

Hendricks County has a county-level court system consisting of:

Hendricks Circuit Court

Hendricks Superior Court 1

Hendricks Superior Court 2

Hendricks Superior Court 3

Hendricks Superior Court 4

Hendricks Superior Court 5

Indiana's Judicial Branch identifies all six courts in the county. (Indiana Government)

The Hendricks County Clerk's Office specifically states that it is the record keeper for county-level court cases, including traffic tickets. Its office is at 51 W. Main Street, #104, Danville. (Hendricks County)

Hendricks County also has two current town courts that are especially relevant to traffic cases:

Brownsburg Town Court

31 N. Green Street, Brownsburg, IN 46112

Brownsburg Town Court handles traffic infractions, local ordinance violations, and criminal misdemeanors. The town also provides information about ticket payments and case searches. (Brownsburg)

Plainfield Town Court

1075 W. Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168

Plainfield Town Court is a court of limited jurisdiction that hears traffic infractions, ordinance violations, and criminal misdemeanor cases. (Town of Plainfield)

What About Avon?

The former Hendricks/Avon Town Court was abolished effective December 31, 2023. It should therefore not be presented as a current traffic court. (Indiana Government)

Which Court Has Your Ticket?

Do not choose a court based solely on the city where you were stopped.

Hendricks County itself notes that traffic tickets may be filed in different courts, and Brownsburg's court FAQ explains that it is possible for a driver to receive a citation in one part of the county and have the ticket filed in another applicable court. (Brownsburg)

The court identified on your citation or case record controls your case.

If you cannot determine where your ticket is filed, use Indiana's MyCase system or contact the appropriate court or Clerk's Office.

County or Nearby BMV Information

Hendricks County currently has two BMV branches listed by the Indiana BMV.

Brownsburg BMV Branch

860 E. Main St.Brownsburg, IN 46112-1426

The current BMV listing shows regular weekday hours with Wednesday closed. (Indiana Government)

Plainfield BMV Branch

2477 E. Main St.Plainfield, IN 46168-2715

The current BMV listing shows Tuesday through Friday hours plus Saturday morning hours, with Monday closed. (Indiana Government)

Branch schedules can change, so check the BMV's current branch listing before traveling.

You do not need to visit a BMV branch simply to take an online ABetterDriver DSP.

Online Course Experience

For a Hendricks County student, an online Indiana traffic school course can eliminate the need to drive to a physical classroom.

ABetterDriver's BMV-approved DSP is available online. Students can complete the course using a compatible:

Smartphone

Tablet

Laptop

Desktop computer

The online format is particularly practical for someone who works in Plainfield but lives in Danville, commutes from Brownsburg to Indianapolis, or lives in a smaller western Hendricks County community.

Before enrolling because of a court requirement, make sure the specific court or prosecutor has directed you to complete a course that meets your circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hendricks County Traffic School

1. Is ABetterDriver approved by the Indiana BMV?

Yes. ABetterDriver is listed by the Indiana BMV among its approved Driver Safety Program providers. (Indiana Government)

2. Can I take Indiana traffic school online from Hendricks County?

Yes. Indiana BMV-approved DSP curriculum is available in an online format. (Indiana Government)

3. How long is the Indiana Driver Safety Program?

A BMV-approved DSP course must have a minimum duration of four hours. (Indiana Government)

4. Can I receive the Indiana four-point credit?

If you successfully complete a BMV-approved DSP and otherwise qualify under the BMV rules, the BMV applies a four-point credit to your Indiana Official Driver Record. The credit may be applied once every three years. (Indiana Government)

5. Does the four-point credit erase my Hendricks County traffic ticket?

No. The BMV states that DSP completion does not remove a citation from the driver's history. (Indiana Government)

6. Does taking a DSP automatically dismiss my Hendricks County ticket?

No. A BMV-approved DSP and a court or prosecutor's deferral program are different matters. If you are seeking Hendricks County infraction deferral, follow the Prosecutor's Office requirements. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

7. Does Hendricks County offer traffic ticket deferral?

Yes. The Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office offers an Infraction Deferral Program for eligible drivers. Eligibility is determined by the Prosecutor's Office. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

8. Should I pay my Hendricks County ticket before applying for deferral?

The Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office specifically advises eligible drivers not to pay their ticket before determining whether they qualify for the deferral program. Paying may affect eligibility. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

9. Does Brownsburg Town Court handle traffic tickets?

Yes. Brownsburg Town Court states that it handles traffic infractions, local ordinance violations, and criminal misdemeanors. (Brownsburg)

10. Does Plainfield have a traffic court?

Yes. Plainfield Town Court is a court of limited jurisdiction that hears traffic infractions, ordinance violations, and criminal misdemeanor cases. (Town of Plainfield)

11. Is there still an Avon Town Court?

No. The Hendricks/Avon Town Court was abolished effective December 31, 2023. Do not rely on older websites that identify it as a current court. (Indiana Government)

12. What if my Hendricks County ticket does not appear in the court I expected?

Do not assume the ticket is missing. Hendricks County has multiple courts, and the applicable filing location can depend on the citation and jurisdiction. Check MyCase or contact the Clerk's Office or court identified by your citation. (Brownsburg)

13. How soon does the BMV apply my four-point credit?

The BMV's current DSP FAQ says the credit is applied within 7 to 14 business days after the BMV receives notification of completion. (Indiana Government)

14. Can I take the course if I live in Plainfield, Brownsburg, Avon, or Danville?

Yes. The Indiana DSP is a statewide BMV program. Your county of residence does not by itself prevent you from taking an approved online DSP.

15. Can I take a Hendricks County court-required course through ABetterDriver?

It depends on the specific court or prosecutor requirement. The Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office currently states that eligible participants in its Infraction Deferral Program must complete an online driver safety course through an approved provider. Before enrolling for deferral, contact the Prosecutor's Office and confirm the course requirements for your case. (Hendricks County Prosecutor's Office)

Ready to Take Your Hendricks County Traffic School Course Online?

If you need a BMV-approved Indiana Driver Safety Program, ABetterDriver gives Hendricks County students an online option.

Whether you are responding to a BMV DSP notice, pursuing an eligible four-point credit, or have been instructed by a Hendricks County prosecutor or court to complete an approved driver safety course, verify the requirement that applies to your specific case before enrolling.

Start your Indiana Driver Safety Program online with ABetterDriver.

No classroom visit is necessary for the online course.