Teen Driver Challenge

01/06/2026

We are so proud of these teens for showing up, putting in the work, and choosing to become safer, more confident drivers.

🚗 Teen Driver Challenge, offered through the Florida Sheriffs Association, gives teens hands-on, real-world driving experience with trained law enforcement instructors. From emergency braking to defensive driving, every lesson is focused on one thing: keeping young drivers safe.

To the parents and educators who encourage opportunities like this. Thank you. And to our graduates. Take what you learned, trust your training, and drive safe. We are cheering you on every mile ahead.

12/08/2025

Congratulation's to our latest Teen Driver Challenge Graduates in Wakulla County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Jared Miller ! We are so excited to have another county helping to ensure that teen drivers have the skills and knowledge tp keep themselves and other drivers safe.

12/04/2025

🎉 Congratulations to the newest Teen Driver Challenge graduates from Santa Rosa County! 🎉 These young drivers completed hands-on training with local law enforcement instructors, gaining essential skills in defensive driving, hazard awareness, and real-world decision making.

A special thank-you to the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office FL for their dedication to protecting and educating our youth.

🎉 Congratulations to our newest Teen Driver Challenge graduates!

You’ve taken an important step toward becoming safer, more confident drivers and we couldn’t be prouder.

🚗 What is the Teen Driver Challenge?
Offered through the Florida Sheriffs Association, this program gives teen drivers the chance to learn critical skills behind the wheel—taught by experienced law enforcement instructors.

Through hands-on training in real-world driving scenarios, students practice everything from emergency braking to defensive driving techniques. Every element of the course is focused on preventing crashes and saving lives.

Our recent events were a major success, and we’re excited to see these young drivers take what they’ve learned out on the road

11/05/2025

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10/20/2025

Congratulations to our recent Teen Driver Challenge graduates! 🚗💨

The Teen Driver Challenge is currently offered FREE in 42 counties across Florida. Created by the Florida Sheriffs Association the program teaches real world defensive driving skills and addresses top risks for teen drivers: speeding, distractions, and impaired driving.

👏 We’re proud of these graduates for putting safety first. Way to go!

10/08/2025

Learning about safe defensive driving techniques doesn't stop after Teen Driver Challenge ends, Florida weather can change in an instant. 🌧️☀️

Stay prepared with our latest blog on how to drive safely in extreme conditions. Read more at flsheriffs.org/blog.

04/28/2024

Proud to be part of this event.

02/13/2023

Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office sharing Teen Driver Challenge info on Ten Eight TV-

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02/11/2022

Great safety information from the sheriffs of Florida.

When drivers involved in a crash choose to flee the scene instead of taking responsibility, the consequences can be deadly. This is referred to as a hit-and-run.

07/30/2020

The Florida Sheriffs Association is pleased to announce once again that State Farm has generously granted $75,000 to the Teen Driver Challenge.

This program has been a vital contribution in keeping Florida’s teen drivers, and everyone on the roadway, safe. We are thankful for State Farm's support over the past ten years.

Read more: https://bit.ly/2D5VSw3.

Founded in 1893, FSA provides affordable training and legal services to all 66 of Florida's 67 counties that have elected Sheriffs as well as the appointed...

06/03/2020

As the '100 Deadliest Days' for teen drivers are now upon us, it's important to encourage our youth to stay safe this summer.

FSA's free Teen Driver Challenge (TDC) program is offered in 39 counties across the state and addresses the primary factors affecting teen drivers – speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, texting while driving, and distracted driving.

With summer fast approaching, we have officially entered what is called the “100 deadliest days” for teen drivers.

03/13/2020

Today, Orange County became the 40th county in the state to get a TDC Program. Though the kids had a great time, it wasn't ALL just fun and games - they also learned a lot too!