What Is the Washington Ticket Suspension Alternative Under SHB 1244? Washington’s SHB 1244 creates a new Washington ticket suspension alternative for drivers facing an accumulation-of-tickets suspension. According to the Washington State Department of Licensing, beginning April 1, 2026, eligible drivers may complete a Department-approved safe driving course as an alternative to a suspension—but only once every five years. This is not a … Continue reading Washington Ticket Suspension Alternative Under SHB 1244: What Drivers Need to Know