Georgia Drivers Handbook - Georgia Drivers Manual

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF DRIVER SERVICES
2014
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MANUAL
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Rockdale Newton
Driving School
1728 Hwy 138 SE, Suite 100, Conyers, GA # DT601
(770) 922-0087 www.RockdaleNewtonDriving.com
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D.U.I. Risk reduction classes
Driving simulator training
Virtual classes
DEFENSIVE DRIVING
If you are already driving, but want to lower the cost of your car insurance or if you have gotten a trac ticket and need to take a defensive
driving class, this class is for you.
Course Details:
Six hour class with 1 hour lunch break
Taught by certied instructors
Registration done in person due to a state form requiring signature
RISK REDUCTION/DUI
Anyone in the state of Georgia, who has been convicted or plead guilty
to a DUI or drug possession charge, must take a State-approved Risk
Reduction class. In order to take the twenty (20) hour course you will
rst have to complete a 130 question assessment. This must be taken at least one day prior to the class and will cost $82.00. The cost of
the twenty (20) hour intervention class is $210.00. This includes the required student workbook. The total cost for the required assessment
and class is $292.00. These fees are set by the State of Georgia and no
one may charge any more or less than this amount.
DRIVING TRAINING
All Rockdale Newtons driver education courses are licensed by the State
of Georgia Department of Driver Services. Each student will attend 30
hours of classroom training, which includes the State-required Alcohol
and Drug Awareness (ADAP) training. Students will also complete either 6 hours or 10 hours of private, individual behind-the-wheel training
with a licensed driver training instructor. The behind-the-wheel training
is performed in individually-scheduled 2-hour increments which must
occur within the 6 months following the classroom training. This is
scheduled after completion of classroom instruction.
We are a AAA Approved Driving School.
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Where You Learn To Make Safe Driving A Habit
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GOVERNORS MESSAGE
CONTENTS
DDS CUSTOMER 2
SERVICE CENTERS
LICENSES, PERMITS
& IDENTIFICATION CARDS
General Licensing Information 6
Obtaining a License, Permit 12

or Identification Card
Testing Information 16
Other Services and Information 18
RULES, REGULATIONS,
LAWS AND SAFETY
Traffic Laws 22
Teen Driving Laws 30
Signs, Signals, and Markings 34
Safety Guidelines 44
Sharing the Road 48
Losing Your Driving Privileges 52
STATE OF GEORGIA
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
ATLANTA, GA 30334
STATE OF GEORGIA
OFFICE Fellow
OF THE GOVERNOR
My
Georgians,
ATLANTA, GA 30334
As Governor, I would like to challenge

Georgia motorists to understand the
rules of the road and practice safe driving habits. If all drivers and their passengers would fasten seat belts, refrain from
driving under the influence, texting while
driving and obey the speed limit, fatalities on Georgias roads would be greatly
reduced.
I encourage parents to assist teens in becoming safe drivers by
helping them study the traffic laws and safety rules included in
this manual. This time spent with your child will help them develop
a solid foundation of good driving habits.
As you work with the Georgia Department of Driver Services
(DDS), you should know that I have challenged the department to
issue drivers licenses and identification cards in an efficient and
friendly manner. Because your time is valuable, DDS has adopted
process improvements for more efficient customer service delivery.
Employees will strive to meet your needs in a more efficient way.
Thank you for helping to make Georgias roads and highways a
safer place to travel.
Sincerely,
Gov. Nathan Deal
Accidents 56
DDS INTERNET SERVICES

Be certain to take advantage of DDS Internet Services and avoid an unnecessary trip
to a customer service center.
DDS new Internet Services enable thousands of Georgia drivers to conduct many
transactions via www.dds.ga.gov and eliminate a visit to a DDS Customer Service
Center (CSC). This saves customers valuable time and money. DDS does not charge
an additional fee for choosing Internet Services. A $5.00 discount may apply for
eligible license types that are renewed on the internet.
For more information visit the DDS website at:

www.dds.ga.gov and like DDS on Facebook!
The information contained in this manual is not intended to be an official legal reference to the Georgia traffic laws. It is intended only to explain, in everyday
language, those laws, driving practices, and procedures that you will use most often. It should be noted that the material in this manual is subject to
change to comply with amended State and Federal legislation. The departments primary statutory responsibilities are set forth in Title 40 of the Official
Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.)
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DDS CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTERS

This section contains the cities, addresses, and telephone numbers of all DDS Customer Service Centers (CSCs) in Georgia. So that we can
provide a higher level of service to our customers visiting our CSCs in person, our CSCs do not accept telephone calls from the public. Our Customer Contact Center can answer any questions you have concerning Georgia drivers licenses. To reach our Customer Contact Center, please call
(678) 413-8400 or outside metro Atlanta, toll free at (866) 754-3687.
City
Albany
Americus
Athens
Atlanta
Augusta
Bainbridge
Between
Blairsville
Blue Ridge
Brunswick
Calhoun
Canton
Carrollton
Cartersville
Cedartown
Colquitt
Columbus
Conyers
Cordele
Covington
Cumming
Cuthbert
Dalton
Decatur
Douglas
Dublin
Elberton
Evans
Fayetteville
Forest Park
Gainesville
Greensboro
Griffin
Address
2062 Newton Road
1601 North Martin Luther King Blvd.
1505 US Highway 29 North
445 Capitol Avenue, SE
3423 Mike Padgett Hwy
101 Airport Road
1010 Heritage Pkwy.
37 Chase Drive
211 Industrial Blvd.
134 Jack Hartman Blvd.
402 Belwood Road
220 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Suite 200
512 Old Newnan Road, AMS House
1304 Joe Frank Harris Parkway
1626 Rockmart Highway
308 East Crawford Street
8397 Macon Road, Midland, GA
2206 East View Parkway
409 South Midway Road
8134 Geiger Street
400 Aquatic Circle
608B Blakely Street, South Side Plaza
235 Wagner Road
2801 Candler Road, Suite 82
348 Thomas Frier Sr Drive
620 County Farm Road
45 Forest Avenue
4408 Evans to Locks Road
278 McElroy Road
5036 GA Highway 85
1010 Aviation Blvd.
1180 C Weldon Smith Drive, Suite 108
1313 Arthur K. Bolton Pkwy
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City
Helena
Hinesville
Jackson
Kingsland
LaGrange
Lawrenceville
Lithonia
Locust Grove
Macon
Marietta
Marietta (North Cobb)
Milledgeville
Newnan
Norcross
Perry
Reidsville
Rincon
Rock Spring
Rome
Sandersville
Sandy Springs
Savannah
Statesboro
Swainsboro
Thomaston
Thomasville
Thomson
Tifton
Toccoa
Trenton
Valdosta
Warner Robins
Waycross
About this Guide

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Address
351 8th Street
2301 Airport Road
149 Riverview Park Road
333 South Ashley Street
900 Dallis Street
310 Hurricane Shoals Road, NE
8040 Rockbridge Road
619 Tanger Blvd
200 Cherry Street, Terminal Station
1605 County Services Parkway
2800 Canton Road, Suite 1000
200 Carl Vinson Road
128 Bullsboro Drive
2211 Beaver Ruin Road, Suite 100
450 Larry Walker Parkway
3092 Highway 147
2792 Highway 21 South
156 Pin Oak Drive
3390 Martha Berry Highway, NE
115 Jones St., Suite 2
8610 Roswell Road, Suite 710
1117 Eisenhower Drive
19051 N. Highway 301
994 Highway 1 North
281 Knight Trail
4788 US 84 Bypass
172 Bob Kirk Road
3057 Highway 41 South
62 Doyle Street
75 Case Avenue
371 Gil Harbin Industrial Blvd.
198 Carl Vinson Parkway
3029 Memorial Drive
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D.U.I & Defensive Driving Schools
404-767-8100
Welcome to Aabacus DUI & Defensive Driving School - Our DUI, Alcohol or Drug Risk Reduction
Program clinics are certied by the Georgia Department of Driver Services to provide assessments and the 20-hour risk reduction school, class programs required under Georgia law for
the restoration of a drivers license. Individuals required to enroll in this course have had their
drivers license suspended or revoked for DUI, DWI, drug oenses or underage possession and/
or purchase of alcohol or drugs. These school programs also satisfy most alcohol and/or drug
classes ordered by Georgia courts.
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DDS COMMISSIONER AND BOARD MESSAGES

COMMISSIONERS MESSAGE
Dear Georgia Drivers:
The Department of Driver Services (DDS) is proud to provide the Georgia Drivers Manual to prepare new
drivers for their first license. Experienced drivers will also find valuable information in the manual such as
new laws, rules of the road and DDS policies that may have changed since receiving their first license.
There are more than 8.1 million valid license holders driving on Georgias roads. Obeying traffic laws and
practicing safe driving skills will go a long way for your safety, and the safety of your friends, your family,
and all others who share the road with us. Over 1,200 people lose their lives on our roadways each year,
and DDS is committed to helping to prevent each of these tragic losses.
At DDS, we continuously look to identify cost savings and efficient ways to improve customer service;
for example, this manual was produced through a new public/private partnership where advertising was
used to offset printing costs. Additionally, by creating your own personal account using DDS Online
Services, you may conduct transactions at your convenience and often at a discount. For example, go
online to complete your license application, change an address or check for any points associated with
your license.
The next time you have a licensing question or need a service, please remember to visit www.dds.ga.gov,
and dont forget to Like us on Facebook!
As we continue to create ways to better serve you, we ask that you make safe driving an important priority.
Sincerely,
Rob Mikell
Commissioner
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MESSAGE
Board of Directors
Trummie L. Patrick, Jr.
Chair
Lynda Coker
Vice-Chair
Kelly Gay
Secretary
David W. Connell Member

Todd Cowan Member
Virginia Galloway Member
Anthony Heath Member
Carolyn Roddy Member
Jeff Wigington - Member
The Department of Driver Services (DDS) Board of Directors would

like to remind our customers that driving in Georgia is a privilege
that carries many responsibilities. Please strive to become a safe
and dependable driver to ensure that this privilege will not be lost.
This manual has two main purposes:
(1) to help you qualify for a Georgia drivers license; and
DDS MISSION STATEMENT

To foster the prosperity of our citizens and businesses by facilitating the safe transportation of people and products on
Georgias roads while safeguarding the integrity of our services
and instilling values that demonstrate We C.A.R.E.
Values We C.A.R.E.
Communication
Provide information in a consistent, courteous manner.
Accountability
Empower team members and
measure our performance.
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Respect
Listen attentively and assist customers in a timely and professional manner.
The majority of customers we serve will be applicants for regular

passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, or vans (Class C). This guide is
designed to provide you with the information to obtain and keep this
type of license. Other manuals are available for commercial drivers,
motorcycle operators, and teens learning to drive.
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GENERAL LICENSING
INFORMATION
This Section Covers

Requirement to Obtain a
Georgia Drivers License........................................ 6
Applicants under age 18........................................ 6
Previous License, Instructional Permits,
or Identification Cards........................................... 6
Health Requirements.............................................. 6
Vision Requirements.............................................. 8
Classes of Licenses................................................ 8
Secure ID Documentation Requirements.......... 10
Proof of Identity.................................................... 10
Proof of Name Change......................................... 10
Proof of Social Security Number.......................... 10
Proof of Georgia Residency.................................. 10
Fees/Forms of Payment......................................... 8
Expired License....................................................... 9
Carrying and Displaying
Your License............................................................ 9
Requirement to obtain a
Georgia Drivers License
Georgia law requires that any person wanting to operate a motor vehicle on the roadways
of this state obtain a Georgia drivers license or
permit within 30 days of becoming a resident.
A person meeting at least one of the following
criteria is considered a Georgia resident according to Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-5-1):
A person who has a permanent home or
abode in Georgia and, when absent, has the
intent of returning;
A person who accepts employment or engages in any trade or occupation in Georgia
or who enters his/her children in school;
Any person that has been in the state for 30
days or more.
Not required to obtain a Georgia

Drivers License/Permit
Any employee of the United States government who is operating a motor vehicle owned
by or leased to the United States government
or that is being operated on official business.
This exemption does not apply if the employee is required by the United States government or any agency of the United States
Government to have a state drivers license;
A nonresident who is at least 16 years of age
and who has in his or her immediate possession a valid license issued to him or her in
his or her home state or country. However,
any restrictions that would apply to a Georgia drivers license as a matter of law would
apply to any person who has an out-of-state
license. If the license is in a language other

than English, a valid international driving
permit must also be carried at all times;
A nonresident who is on active duty in the
armed forces of the United States if he or she
has a valid license issued by his or her home
state. This includes their spouse or dependent
son or daughter who has a valid license issued by their home state;
Any person who is on active duty in the
armed forces of the United States and who
has in his or her immediate possession a valid
license issued in a foreign country by the
armed forces of the United States. However,
this license will only be accepted for a period
of not more than 45 days from the date of his
or her return to the United States;
Any person driving or operating a farm tractor or farm equipment temporarily operated
on a highway for the purpose of conducting
farm business;
Any member of the reserve components of
the armed forces of the United States who is
operating a motor vehicle owned by or leased
to the United States government. However,
the motor vehicle must be operated in accordance with the duties of the person as a
member of the reserve components of the
armed forces;
Any person seeking to obtain a drivers license while he or she is taking the driving
examination to obtain a license. This person
must be accompanied by a driver examiner
of the department or a certified examining
agent of the department;
Any migrant farm worker who works in this
state less than 90 days in any calendar year
and who possesses a valid drivers license
issued by another state;
Any resident who is 15 years of age or over
while taking actual in-car training in a
non-commercial training vehicle and while
under the direct personal supervision of a
DDS-licensed driving instructor. A driving
instructor must test the eyesight of any unlicensed person who will be receiving actual
in-car training prior to the training, and the
person must meet the vision requirements
listed on page 8 of this manual;
Any person who is operating a motorized
cart on any roadway publicly maintained
for the use of motorized carts only, or when
crossing a street or highway used by other
types of motor vehicles at a location designated for such crossing by a motorized cart;
A nonresident of Georgia who is attending
a school in this state, as long as:
a. He or she is at least 16 years of age and
has in his or her immediate possession
a valid license issued to him or her in
his or her home state or country and a
valid international driving permit if the
license is in a language other than English;
provided, however, that any restrictions
which would apply to a Georgia drivers
license apply to the privileges given to this
person; and
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b. He or she is currently enrolled or was enrolled during the immediately preceding

period of enrollment in a school in this
state, has paid the tuition charged by the
school to nonresidents of Georgia for the
current or immediately preceding period
of enrollment, and has in his or her possession proof of payment of such tuition paid
for the current or immediately preceding
period of enrollment.
Applicants under age 18

automobile or motorcycle
In addition to the requirements listed above,
applicants under 18 years of age must present
proof of the following:
All applicants under 18 years of age must have
a parent, legal guardian or responsible adult
present to sign the application. A responsible
adult only applies to emancipated applicants
with court ordered documentation.
Completion of Alcohol and Drug Awareness
Program (ADAP);
Satisfaction of school attendance and conduct
requirements;
For a Class D license or for a Class MP instructional permit at age 16, proof of completion of a DDS-approved driver education
program;
For a Class D license or a Class M instructional permit (MP) at age 16, evidence of at
least forty (40) hours of supervised driving,
six of which must be at night.
Additional details concerning these requirements can be found on pages 30-32 of this
manual or on our website at www.dds.ga.gov.
Previous Licenses,
Instructional Permits or
Identification Cards
In most cases, when applying for renewal,
replacement or transfer of any license, instructional permit, or identification card (ID Card)
previously issued in Georgia or any other state
or foreign jurisdiction, customers must surrender, the previously-issued license/permit/ID
to DDS. In some cases, surrender of all valid
licenses/permits/ID cards will be required.
Most non-citizen customers with a valid out
of country drivers license, permit, or ID, may
retain their out of country document upon issuance of a Georgia-equivalent document. U.S.
citizens will not be allowed to retain any licenses,
permits, or identification cards issued to them by
foreign countries.
Health Requirements
In the interest of highway safety, DDS must ensure that all persons seeking to obtain a Georgia
drivers license are physically and mentally capable of safely operating a motor vehicle. Therefore,
you must answer questions truthfully concerning your health. You will be asked if you now
have, or have ever had, any physical or mental
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your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. If
the answer is yes, you will be required to show a
statement of health from your physician indicating that you are physically and mentally capable
of safely operating a motor vehicle.
Vision Requirements
Customers for initial issuance of a drivers
license must demonstrate the ability to meet
minimum vision requirements. The minimum
acceptable vision for a non-commercial license
is 20/60 in one eye, with or without corrective lenses, and a field of vision of at least 140
degrees. If you are unable to pass the vision
screening administered at the Customer Service
Center, you will be given a Vision Report Form
(DS-274) which must be completed by a licensed
optometrist or opthalmologist and submitted to
DDS. The completed form will be evaluated to
determine if you are eligible to obtain a drivers
license. This form may also be used to document
the need for bioptic lenses for driving, and is
available on our website, www.dds.ga.gov.
If you must wear glasses or contacts to pass
your initial vision screening, a corrective lenses restriction will be placed on your license
when it is issued. Each time you complete a
transaction, you will be required to indicate

whether you require glasses or contacts for
driving. If your answer differs from the response in our records, you may be required to
complete another vision screening or submit a
current DS-274 for verification.
Customers age 64 and over must successfully
complete a vision screening every five years.
Customers who have obtained a license with a
bioptic lenses restriction must provide updated
medical information to the Department every
two years.
Classes of Licenses
The issuance of licenses and permits in Georgia is based on their categorization by Class. The
various classes are associated with the types
of vehicles that may be driven and the restrictions that apply to operation of those vehicles.
Listed below are the non-commercial classes
used in Georgia, along with a description of
their purpose.
Georgia also issues Class A, B, and C commercial licenses. Information concerning
these licenses is included in the Georgia Commercial Drivers Manual, available at all Customer Service Centers and on our website at
www.dds.ga.gov.
Purpose
Non-commercial license for

drivers age 18 and older. (Also for
drivers new to Georgia who are
age 17 and who hold a valid Class
C equivalent from another state.)
The fees for obtaining non-commercial drivers

licenses, permits, and ID cards in person are listed
below. This fee schedule is not adjusted to reflect
the $5.00 discount for those who choose to renew
by internet. All DDS Customer Service Centers
accept cash, checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards, and Discover and
American Express credit cards.
License, permit and ID card holders are allowed one free name or address change per
issuance term. Other changes can also be made
at the time of the free name or address change
at no charge. Any subsequent modifications
require a full renewal at regular cost. Name
changes must be in accordance with the requirements listed on page 20.
A replacement drivers license, permit or ID
card is a duplicate of the replaced document (no
modifications or changes) and may be provided
at a cost of $5.00 per occurrence. The replacement license/permit/ID card will expire on the
original expiration date. However, if a replacement is requested within 150 days of the original
expiration date (or within 30 days of the original
expiration date for a motorcyle instructional permit), the license/permit/ID must be renewed for
a new term at full cost.
LICENSE, PERMIT, AND

IDENTIFICATION CARD FEES
NON-COMMERCIAL
CLASSES
Class
Fees/Forms of Payment
Type
Drivers License (Class A, B, C, E, F, and M)
Drivers License (Class E and F) for Volunteer Firefighters
Provisional License (Class D)
Instructional Permit (Class A, B, C and M)
Replacement Duplicate License/Permit/ID Card*
Provisional license issued to

drivers ages 16 and 17.
National Guard License

Veteran License (Combat Veteran)
Veteran License (Non-Combat) Class A, B, C and M
Honorary License
License for motorcycle operators.
E, F
Non-commercial license for

drivers who operate commercial
motor vehicles and who are
exempt from commercial licensing
requirements. (Effective 1/1/2015,
Class E & F licenses are free for
volunteer firefighters.)
Controlled Substance Permit

Habitual Violator Probationary License
Limited Permit
Georgia ID Card
Georgia ID Card for Voting Purposes Only (must provide
proof of valid voter registration)
HVPL/Limited Permit Replacement
Limited Permit Renewal
Veteran ID Card (Combat Veteran)
Veteran ID Card (Non-Combat Veteran)
CP, MP,
EP, FP
All instructional permits are

issued with the class designation
followed by the letter P.
Handicap ID Card
Address or Name Change
Term
5 yr
8 yr
5 yr
8 yr
5yr
6 mth 2 yr
Original
Expiration Date
5 yr
8yr
5 yr
8 yr
5 yr
8 yr
5 yr
8 yr
Up to 3 yr
Up to 3 yr
Up to 1 yr
5 yr
8 yr
Fee
$20
$32
No Fee
No Fee
$10
$10
8 yr
No Fee
Original Term
Equal to Original Term
of Permit
8 yr
5 yr
8 yr
5 yr
Original Expiration
Date
$20
$5
No Fee
No Fee
$20
$32
No Fee
$25
$210
$25
$20
$32
$5
No Fee
$20
$32
$5
Free Once
per Term
*If a replacement license/permit/ID card is requested within 150 days of the original date, the license/permit/ID card must be renewed for a new term at full cost.
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SECTION
License Restrictions
DDS License Restriction Codes
When issuing a drivers license, DDS is authorized to impose restrictions on your drivers
license, whenever there is good cause, to assure
the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Any restrictions imposed will appear on your drivers
license. If no restrictions are imposed, the letter
A will appear in the License Restrictions area
on your license. The chart to the right lists the
restriction codes used by DDS. Licenses may be
issued with multiple restriction codes.
Expired License
To renew a drivers license that has been
expired more than two years, you must pass
a knowledge exam consisting of a road signs
test and a road rules test, an actual driving test
and a vision test. You must also meet Secure ID
documentation requirements if you have not
already done so. See pages 10-11 for more
information about Secure ID requirements.
Carrying and Displaying

Your License
You must have an appropriate drivers license
or permit in your possession while operating a
motor vehicle in the State of Georgia. If stopped
while driving, you must display your drivers
license/permit to any law enforcement officer
upon his or her request.
no restrictions
power brakes required
corrective lenses required
accompanied by disabled parent
vehicle mechanical aids required
prosthetic aids required
accompanied by visually impaired

parent
medical variance
no manual transmission equipped

CMV
valid farm waiver required
right exterior mirror required
no cargo in CMV tank vehicle
daylight hours only
hearing aid required
employer vehicle only
no full air brake
left outside mirror required
interlock for 2nd DUI permit
automatic transmission required
bioptic lenses required
instrastate commerce only
personal vehicle only
no air brake equipped CMV
no class A passenger buses
Ignition Interlock Device restrictions

apply
HPVL restrictions apply, no interlock
no class A or B passenger buses
business purpose only
no tractor trailer CMV
to and from medical only
power steering required
to and from school only
no passengers allowed
Ignition Interlock required
no highway/interstate
limited permit, no interlock
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SECTION
SECURE ID DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS

Proof of Identity
Property Deed, Property Tax Bill or

Vehicle Registration in married name;
Acceptable documents for U.S. citizens

Bring 1 of the following documents:
U.S. Birth Certificate, Amended or
Delayed Birth Certificate Original or
certified copy (Includes U.S territories
and the District of Columbia). Note
Keepsake birth certificates issued by
hospitals are not acceptable;
U.S. Passport or Passport Card
Expired less than 10 years.
Consular Report of Birth Abroad issued
by U.S. Department of State (FS-240, FS545 or DS-1350);
State of Georgia Certificate
of Foreign Birth
Certificate of Naturalization (N-550,

N-570), Original or certified copy;
Certificate of Citizenship (N-560, N-561),
Original or certified copy;
U.S. Military Discharge Papers (For
customers born prior to 01/01/1940;)
Statement from Social Security
Administration Containing Customers
Name and DOB (For customers born
prior to 01/01/1940 must prove U.S.
citizenship. If the document does not
indicate where the customer was born, the
customer must still provide proof of U.S.
citizenship.)
Acceptable documents for non-U.S. citizens

First Immigration Document
(For Proof of Identity)
Second Immigration Document

(For Proof of Lawful Presence)
Unexpired Foreign Passport with valid

U.S. Visa (Immigration Status A, B, E, H, I, L,
O, P, Q, R, or S) and valid I-94 or I-797
Not required
Unexpired Foreign Passport with valid

U.S. Visa (Immigration Status F-1, F-2, J-1,
J-2, M-1 or M-2) and valid I-94 or I-797
I-20 (for F-1, F-2, M-1, or M-2 Status) or

DS-2019 (for J-1 or J-2 Status)
I-94 with Asylee or Refugee Status/Stamp
Not Required
I-766 with Temporary Protection Status
Not Required
I-766 without Temporary Protection Status
Unexpired Foreign Passport
I-551 or I-551 Stamp with photo on I-94 form
Not Required
I-551 Stamp
Visa Waiver Stamp
U.S. Passport or Passport Card

Expired less than 10 years;
Divorce Decree Stating the name
change, Original or certified copy;
Court Order for Legal Name Change Original or certified copy;
Court Adoption Document - Original or
certified copy;
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IMPORTANT
Existing Georgia Customers whose names
have changed for reasons other than marriage
who hold a valid GA Drivers License or ID Card
must present the original or certified document
which supports the most recent name change;
Customers who are new to Georgia must
provide the complete trail of original or certified documents which support ALL name
changes or a valid U.S. Passport or Passport
Card with the current name.
Proof of Social Security

Number
Bring 1 of the following documents:
Social Security card Original or copy;
Print-out from SSA with your name and
SSN;
W-2 or 1099 form from employer showing
your name and full or partial SSN;
Paycheck stub showing your name and
full or partial SSN;
SSA-1099 or Non-SSA-1099 form
showing your name and full or partial
SSN;
SSN Denial Letter [SSA Refusal Letter]
from the Social Security Administration;
Federal/State Tax Return with
Applicants name & SSN **Also
acceptable for proof of SSN for
Dependents**
Medicare / Medicaid card with
Applicants name & SSN;
Proof of Name Change

If the name on your proof of identity document does not match the current name on
your Drivers License or ID Card, please
provide one of the following:
Military ID Card or Military Dependent

ID Card in married name.
OR
Existing Georgia Customers may use the
following for proving name change due to
marriage if they cannot locate their Marriage
certificate or if it is a Church issued certificate.
Please redact account numbers.
Social Security Administration
document showing married name plus
one of the following:
Bank Account/Financial Statement in
married name (please redact account
number);
Marriage Certificate/License Original

or certified copy;
Note - Photocopy is acceptable for those
customers who hold a valid GA Drivers
License or ID - Card
Death Certificate for Spouse;
Marriage License Application Original

or certified copy.
Medicare or Medicaid Card in married

name;
W-2 Form in married name;

Federal/State Tax Return in married
name;
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Annual Social Security Statement

available at http://www.ssa.gov/
mystatement/;
Selective Service Notice with
Applicants name and SSN;
Military Discharge Papers (DD214) or
Military ID with Applicants name & SSN.
Proof of Georgia Residency

Bring 2 from any of the following document
categories:
IMPORTANT!
The two documents must be from separate
sources or separate accounts (please redact
account numbers).
The documents must show your name and
current residential address. P.O. Boxes do not
prove residency.
Household Information From current

or preceding calendar year - Mortgage,
payment coupon, Lease, deed, HUD
settlement statement, escrow statement,
property tax bill, Homeowners insurance
policy or premium bill, title search
documentation or Military housing
agreement letter. Current (dated within
past 2 years) valid rental contract/
agreement, rent payment receipt for a
home, apartment, mobile home, dorm,
extended stay motel.
Any physical postmarked mail
delivered by the U.S.P.S.
Documents Issued by Federal, State
or Local Governments From current
or preceding calendar year - Social
Security documentation, Annual Benefits
statement, Numident record, Social
Security check. Government assistance
documents such as Medicare, Medicaid,
unemployment insurance claims,
Disability, WIC, Georgia or Federal
Income Tax Return or refund check, Voter
Registration card, unexpired firearms
license, unexpired Merchant Marine
license, I-797A, I-797C, correspondence
from DDS, USPS Change of Address

confirmation, Jury Summons, Military
discharge benefit statement, and other
documents issued by Federal/State/
Municipal government.
Financial Statements/Utility Bills Dated
within previous 2 years, please redact
account numbers. Financial statement for
bank/credit union account, investment
account, credit card account or loan/credit
financing. Utility bill for services installed
at your residential address (water, sewer,
gas, electricity, cable/satellite TV, Internet,
telephone/cell phone, or garbage collection).
Please redact account number.
Motor Vehicle Information Vehicle
Registration or Title, Insurance policy or
Insurance Card with address displayed.
Georgia Drivers License Valid GA
Drivers License or ID card with current
address (valid means unexpired or
expired less than two years). Minors and
dependents, unexpired GA drivers license,
permit or ID card issued to parent, guardian
or spouse residing in same household. For
dependent parents, unexpired GA drivers
license, permit or ID card issued to a

relative residing in the same household.
Employer Documentation From
current or preceding calendar year
- Employer verification including
paycheck, paycheck stub, letter from
employer on company letterhead or
W-2 form.
School Records School record/
transcript for the current or prior
school year, report card, student loan
documentation, or form DS-1.
Medical Statements From current
or preceding calendar year - Health
insurance statement, explanation of
benefits (EOB) for a claim, or a health
care bill/invoice.
Other accepted documents:
Department of Corrections Residency
Verification Form (DS-752); Refugee
Address Verification Affidavit (DS-20);
letter from a shelter, half-way house, or
other similar facility on letterhead, dated
within the last six months. **Accepted
as stand-alone proof of residency
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SECTION
OBTAINING A LICENSE,
PERMIT OR
IDENTIFICATION CARD
You will be required to pass a knowledge

exam related to Road Signs and Road Rules.
Please refer to page 16 for more information related to the knowledge exam;
This Section Covers
The test fee is $10.00 and must be paid prior

to testing. If any part of the test is failed, no
refund will be issued. The permit fee must be
paid prior to every testing attempt.
Current Georgia Residents................................... 12

Class CP Instructional Permit............................... 12
Class D Provisional License................................. 12
Class C License.................................................... 12
State ID Card.......................................................... 13
Other License Types............................................. 14
Commercial Drivers License............................... 14
Motorcycle Operators License............................ 14
Licenses for Veterans of the U.S. Armed
Forces and their Spouses.................................... 14
National Guard License........................................ 14
New Georgia Residents........................................ 14
Conditions of a Class C
Instructional Permit (CP)
Once issued a Class C Instructional Permit
(CP), you may operate any Class C vehicle
when accompanied by a person at least 21
years of age who is licensed to drive a Class
C vehicle, who is fit and capable of exercising
control over the vehicle, and who is occupying a seat beside the driver;
C Instructional Permits (CP) are valid for
up to 2 years.
Class D Provisional License
CURRENT
GEORGIA
RESIDENTS
Class C Instructional Permit (CP)
For first-time issuance of a Class C Instructional Permit (CP), you must meet all
requirements to obtain a Secure DL/ID if
you have not already done so. See pages
10-11 for complete requirements.
Obtaining a Class C
Upon reaching age 15, or anytime thereafter,

you may apply for a Class C Instructional Permit (CP). The following information will help
you prepare for your visit to a DDS Customer
Service Center:
You will be required to present documents
verifying your identity, U.S. citizenship or
lawful presence, and Georgia residency as
explained on See pages 10-11;
You must present proof of your Social Security Number or your ineligibility to obtain a
Social Security Number. See page 10 for a
list of acceptable documents;
If you are under age 18, you will be required
to present proof of satisfaction of school attendance and conduct requirements as explained on pages 3032;
If you are under age 18, a parent or legal
guardian will have to sign the application,
thereby giving their consent for you to obtain
a permit. The individual who signs your application may, for any reason, revoke your
permit until you reach the age of 18;
You will be required to pass a vision test.
Your eyes will be tested by means of a mechanical device;
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For first-time issuance of a Class D License, you must meet all requirements to
obtain a Secure DL/ID if you have not already done so. See pages 10-11 for
complete requirements.
Obtaining a Class D
Provisional License
Upon reaching the age of 16, and after having held a valid instructional permit for one
year and one day, you may apply for a Class D
provisional license. The following information
will help you prepare for your visit to a DDS
Customer Service Center:
You must surrender your Class C Instructional Permit (CP) or affirm on your application
that you are unable to surrender the permit.
See pages 19-20 for details concerning
lost licenses and permits;
You will be required to present proof of satisfaction of school attendance and conduct requirements as explained on pages 3032;
You must present proof of completion of
the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program
(ADAP). This program is taught in most
schools, and is also available online. For
information about ADAP, you may visit
www.dds.ga.gov, or call (800) 245-4410;
A parent or legal guardian will have to sign
the application, thereby giving their consent
for you to obtain a license. The individual
who signs your application may, for any
reason, revoke your license until you reach
the age of 18;
You must satisfy the Driver Education Requirements listed below;
You must pass a road test designed to evaluate your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. See pages 16-17 for more information related to the Road Test.
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Driver Education Requirements

To obtain a Class D license at the age of 16
you must complete a driver education course
approved by DDS. An approved driver education course consists of:
either 30 hours of classroom instruction
OR completion of an equivalent online
virtual course;
AND
6 hours of on-the-road experience with a
certified instructor OR completion of the
DDS approved Parent-Teen Driving Guide;
You must also have completed a cumulative total of at least forty hours of other
driving experience, including at least six
hours at night. Completion of the DDS approved Parent-Teen Driving Guide will
serve as an affidavit certifying that this
requirement has been met.
NOTE
if the teen obtains the on-the-road component of drivers education from a certified
instructor, a separate document affirming
that this requirement has been met must
be completed at the time of the road test.
If you have not completed the driver education requirements, you cannot obtain a
class D license until you reach the age of 17.
For information on approved driver education courses and to download the ParentTeen Driving Guide, see the DDS website,
www.dds.ga.gov.
Conditions of a Class D
Provisional License
A Class D license holder may not drive between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
- NO EXCEPTIONS;
During the first six months following issuance, only immediate family members
may ride in the vehicle. Immediate family
member includes the drivers parents and
step-parents, grandparents, siblings and stepsiblings, children, and any other person who
resides at the drivers residence;
During the second six months following issuance, only one passenger under 21 years
of age who is not a member of the drivers
immediate family may ride in the vehicle;
After the first and second six-month periods,
only three passengers under 21 years of age
who are not members of the drivers immediate family may ride in the vehicle;
A Class D license holder must, for the 12
months preceding application for their
class C license, be free from any convictions
for major traffic violations that result in the
mandatory suspension of a drivers license.
Class C License
For first-time issuance of a Class C License, you must meet all requirements to
SECTION
2: OBTAINING A LICENSE, PERMIT OR IDENTIFICATION CARD
Obtaining a Class C License

Exchanging a Class D license
A Class D license holder may apply for a

Class C license upon reaching the age of 18. The
applicant must have held a valid Class D license
for one year and one day without having been
convicted of any major traffic violations in the
12 months preceding his/her application. Upon
surrender of the Class D license or affirmation
on the application that the customer is unable
to surrender the license, the applicant will be
issued a Class C license at the cost of $20 for a
5 year license or $32 for an 8 year license. No
other documentation or testing is required for
U.S. citizens. See pages 19-20 for details
concerning lost licenses and permits.

Exchanging a Class C
A Class C Instructional Permit (CP) holder

may apply for a Class C license only if he or she
has reached the age of 18.
To obtain a Class C license, you must surrender your previously issued Class C Instructional
Permit (CP) or affirm on your application that
you are unable to surrender the permit. You
must also pass a road test designed to evaluate
your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
See pages 16-17 for more information related to the road test. Upon surrender of the
Class C Instructional Permit (CP) or affirmation
on the application that you are unable to sur-
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or $32 for a 8 year license. You must verify that
you have completed 40 hours of supervised road
driving which includes six hours of night driving. See pages 19-20 for details concerning
lost licenses and permits.

Applicant Is Not Currently Licensed
If you are at least 18 years of age and would

like to apply for a drivers license in Georgia for
the first time, you have two options:
Immediately apply for a Class C drivers license. You must meet all documentation requirements listed on pages 10-11, and successfully complete the knowledge and road test
examinations (see pages 16-17). You must
also sign an affidavit affirming that you have
completed 40 hours of supervised road driving which includes 6 hours of night driving;
Apply for a Class CP instructional permit,

which allows you to obtain practical driving experience under the supervision of a
licensed driver. If you would like more information related to a Class CP instructional
permit, please see page 12.
State ID Card
For first-time issuance of a State ID
Card, you must meet all requirements to
A State of Georgia ID Card may be obtained
at any Customer Service Center. The cost of
this card varies depending on the type of card
obtained.
A 5-year ID card is $20, and an 8-year ID card
is $32;
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All previous ID cards must be surrendered;

If you no longer have possession of your
previous drivers license/ID card/permit to
surrender, you must provide a certified copy
of your Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), from
the previous state.
Upon submission of a referral from a DDSapproved non-profit agency, the applicant will
be permitted to obtain a five-year ID card at a
cost of $5.00. For further information concerning
this option, contact us by calling (678) 413-8400
or toll free at (866) 754-3687 if calling from outside the metro Atlanta area.
A special ID card for persons with permanent
disabilities is available for a term of five years
at a cost of $5.00. A card for persons with temporary disabilities is also available for a term of
six (6) months at a cost of $5.00. This card serves
as proof of the need for special transportation
services, seating accommodations, and other
facilities for the handicapped. Verification from
a licensed physician may be required to obtain a
permanent Handicap ID, and is always required
to obtain or extend a temporary Handicap ID.
The fee for this card is waived for those who
meet the qualifications listed on this page for a
veterans drivers license.
Customers can also have the handicap symbol placed on any other type of license, permit,
or identification card. Customers have the option to include certain medical information on
the back of their card as well. For more information concerning these options, contact us by calling (678) 413-8400 or toll free at (866) 754-3687.
This information is also available at our website,
www.dds.ga.gov.
A voter registration ID is also available at
no cost for any individual who swears under
oath that the ID is needed in order to vote in
an election in Georgia.
All applicants for ID cards must provide
proof of identity, proof of U.S. Citizenship or
Lawful Presence, proof of Social Security Number or ineligibility for a Social Security Number, and proof of Georgia residency. See pages
10-11 for further information concerning
these requirements.
Other License Types

Commercial Drivers License
Detailed information concerning licensing

requirements for Commercial Drivers Licenses can be found in the Commercial Drivers Manual as well as on the DDS website at
www.dds.ga.gov.
Motorcycle Operators License
Detailed information concerning licensing

requirements for Motorcycle Operators Licenses can be found in the Motorcycle Operators Manual as well as on the DDS website at
www.dds.ga.gov.
Wartime/Conflict Periods
World War I
World War II
Korea
Lebanon Conflict
Berlin Conflict
Vietnam
Dominican Republic
Conflict
Grenada Conflict
Panama Liberation
Saudi Arabia/
Iraq/Kuwait/
Persian Gulf
April 6, 1917 through November 11, 1918. The period for a veteran who
served with the U.S. Military forces in Russia would include April 6,
1917, through April 1, 1920.
December 7, 1941 through December 31, 1946.
June 27, 1950 through January 31, 1955.
July 1, 1958 through November 1, 1958.
August 14, 1961 through June 1, 1963.
July 1, 1958 through May 7, 1975.
April 28, 1965 through September 21, 1966.
October 23, 1983 through November 21, 1983.
December 30, 1989 through February 15, 1990.
August 2, 1990 - ending date unknown at this time.
Licenses for Veterans of

the U.S. Armed Forces
and their Spouses
Veterans License
Important: Please read carefully. The
veteran must obtain the Certificate of
Eligibility (DS-516) from the State Department of Veterans Services to obtain a
Veterans license.
Applicants must meet the following requirements for eligibility of a veterans license:
Present evidence of honorable, active duty
service in the Armed Forces of the United
States or evidence of a minimum of twenty
years of service in the National Guard to any
office of the State Department of Veterans
Services. All this information is contained
on your copy of the Armed Forces separation papers (Form DD-214). Activation for
training purposes does not qualify you for
the Georgia Veterans License. The qualified
veteran will be issued a Certificate of Eligibility (DS-516), signed by the veteran and the
certifying official from the State Department of Veterans Services;
The original certificate (DS-516) may then be
presented by the veteran to any DDS Customer Service Center along with any other
documentation needed to prove identity, lawful presence, and residency for issuance of
the license. To qualify for initial issuance of a
Veterans license, you must present evidence
of Georgia residency at the time of enlistment or induction (and that your home was in
Georgia at that time) or that you were enlisted
or commissioned elsewhere and have been
a resident of Georgia for at least 2 consecu
tive years preceding the date of application.
Veterans who have served during a period of
active conflict are eligible for a free license/
id. The State Department of Veterans Services
will denote active conflict on the DS-516.;
Successfully pass a vision test for the initial
issuance of a Class C veterans license. To
obtain any other class of license, you must
successfully complete examinations for the
class of license desired.
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Honorary License NO FEE
The spouse of a disabled, honorably separated

veteran who does not have a drivers license, or
the unmarried surviving spouse of a deceased
honorably separated veteran, is entitled to the
same license available to the veteran. An applicant for this type of license must meet the same
requirements as those required for a veterans
license. For the unmarried surviving spouse,
the death certificate along with the DD-214 must
be submitted to the State Department of Veteran
Services to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility.
Veterans must have served on active duty during one of the periods of conflict (see chart above)
or must have served at least 20 years in the National Guard to qualify for a Veterans License or
for a spouse to qualify for an Honorary License.
National Guard License

A distinctive license may be issued to any
member of the Georgia National Guard in good
standing who has completed at least one year of
satisfactory service. A Certificate of Eligibility
(DS-318) form must be obtained from the local National Guard Commanding Officer and
presented to any DDS Customer Service Center.
This license is renewable during the time of
service in the National Guard or until 20 years
of service has been obtained, at which time the
person will be entitled to a Veterans License.
The form DS-318 must be presented to the DDS
upon every renewal of a National Guard license.
NEW GEORGIA
RESIDENTS
General Information
You must apply for a Georgia drivers license

or permit within 30 days of becoming a Georgia
resident if you wish to drive upon the highways
of this state. Please see page 6 for more information about requirements to obtain a license or
permit and exemptions for certain individuals.
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New Georgia Resident Without

a valid license or permit
issued by another state
Please see the appropriate chapter of this

manual for obtaining a license or permit for
the first time in Georgia.
Under 18 see Teen Licensing Requirements
on pages 3032;
18 or Older see Obtaining a Class C license
Applicant Not Currently Licensed on page 12.
Transferring from Another

State or District of Columbia
Under Age 18 with valid out
of state license or permit
drivers license, you must present a certified

Motor Vehicle Report/Driving History from
the state of issuance, dated within 30 days,
showing your status as valid. Non-citizens
are not required to surrender their foreign
non-commercial license or permit;
Be at least 18 years of age, or 17 years of age if
surrendering a valid license equivalent to a
Georgia Class C license with no time, route,
purpose or passenger restrictions;
Your Social Security Number will be verified
with the Social Security Administration. You
must present proof of your Social Security
Number or proof that you are ineligible to
obtain a Social Security Number. See page
10 for further details;
If you hold a valid drivers license or instructional permit issued by any other state of the
United States or by the District of Columbia, you
will normally be eligible to obtain a comparable
license or permit issued by Georgia. However,
the state of issuance may have requirements
for teenage drivers that differ from Georgia.
For more information, please call the Customer
Contact Center at (678) 413-8400 or outside metro
Atlanta, call toll free (866) 754-3687.
Provide proof of identity. For a complete list

of acceptable documents, see page 10;
18 or Older with a valid out

of state license or permit
Pass a vision test.
Surrender a valid license issued by another

state or territory of the United States or by
the District of Columbia (expired less than 2
years). If you are unable to surrender a valid
Provide proof of citizenship or lawful presence in the United States (see page 10). All
documents must be originals or certified copies. Faxed copies will not be accepted;
Provide two documents to prove Georgia
residency. For a complete list of acceptable
documents, see pages 10-11.
Transferring a License/Permit/
ID From Another Country
vide a Motor Vehicle Report/Driving History

(printed in English or translated into English
by an approved DDS translator) dated within
the last 30 days, from the country of license
issuance;
Most non-citizen customers with a valid out
of country drivers license, permit, or ID may
retain their out of country document upon
issuance of a Georgia-equivalent document.
U.S. citizens will not be allowed to retain any
licenses, permits, or identification cards issued to them by foreign countries;
Successfully complete the knowledge, sign,
road, and vision exams;
Present mandatory documents to prove identity, citizenship or lawful presence, Social
Security Number, and residency. See pages
10-11 for the complete list;
If under the age of 18, additional requirements
will apply. Please see pages 3032 for more
details on teen licensing requirements;
Licenses, permits and IDs issued outside the
District of Columbia or by any other state of the
United States are non-transferable. A customer
holding any document issued outside of the 50
States or District of Columbia must complete
the full process for issuance of a new document
in Georgia, including all tests required for the
class being requested, if applicable.
If you do not have the out of country license/

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TESTING
INFORMATION
This Section Covers
Knowledge Exam.................................................. 16
Road Signs........................................................... 16
Road Rules........................................................... 16
Road Test............................................................... 16
Making Road Test Reservations.......................... 16
Road Test for Class C or D................................... 16
Road Test for Class M.......................................... 17
Road Test for Class E and
F Non-Commercial............................................... 17
Road Test for Class A, B, and C Commercial....... 17
Results of Pass/Fail............................................. 17
You may not speak to anyone during the

test other than the examiner administering the test.
Any violation of these rules is considered misconduct. If misconduct occurs during
the administration of the knowledge exam, the
exam session will be counted as a failure.
The questions on the knowledge exam pertain to topics discussed in this manual, and
consist of the following components:
Road Signs
A set of questions on the meaning of standard

highway signs will be given. This test is given in
English only. You will be asked to identify certain signs, signals and markers. You must correctly answer 15 out of 20 questions to pass. You
may take a practice test at www.dds.ga.gov.
Road Rules
Knowledge Exam
Knowledge exams are given on a walk-in basis at every Customer Service Center statewide.
To ensure that an applicant has adequate time to
complete the knowledge exam, customers must
begin taking the written test at least 30 minutes
prior to closing. Please check the hours of operation of the center which you will be visiting
prior to your visit by calling (678) 413-8400 or
toll free at (866) 754-3687 or visiting our website
at www.dds.ga.gov.
We offer special assistance for customers
with reading disabilities and hearing impairment. Please visit your local CSC to schedule an
appointment for an oral exam or to schedule an
interpreter for the hearing impaired.
The road rules tests are available in some
non-English languages, but all drivers must
show ability to read and understand simple
English such as is used in highway traffic and
directional signs. Road signs and the actual
driving test are conducted in English only.
These basic rules must be followed while a
knowledge exam is being given:
You may not bring pens, pencils, paper, or
any other items into the testing area;
All cell phones, text messaging devices, and
other types of wireless devices are prohibited
in the testing area;
The road rules test consists of a set of questions about driver responsibility, knowledge of
laws, and safe driving practices applicable to
the class of license for which you are applying.
You must correctly answer 15 out of 20 questions to pass. You may take a practice test at
www.dds.ga.gov.
Road Test
Making Road Test Reservations
You may schedule a driving test appointment

by calling (678) 413-8400 or toll free at (866) 7543687 if calling from outside the metro Atlanta
area. Road tests may be scheduled up to 90 days
in advance, for customers with a valid Class C
Instructional Permit (CP). Road test appointments may also be made in person at any DDS
Customer Service Center.
Road Test For Class C or D

You must provide the vehicle for the road test;
All road test vehicles must have a valid registration/license plate, or if equipped with a
temporary dealership tag, the applicant must
provide the bill of sale for proof of purchase
within the last 30 days;
All road test vehicles must be covered by
liability insurance (you must show a valid
insurance card or Motor Vehicle registration
card that shows the VIN) and pass a safety
inspection;
If the vehicle is not equipped with illuminated turn signals, you must be able to pass
the road test using hand signals;
You may take the test in a rental vehicle.

Please be advised that many rental agreements do not allow vehicle use for driver
training or testing. Additionally, you must
meet the following conditions:
You must provide a copy of the rental
contract (the contract will be reviewed to
determine if testing is allowed);
You must be listed as a driver on the rental
contract;
You must provide proof of valid insurance
for the vehicle.
The driving test will not be conducted if
weather conditions or any other conditions
are determined to be unsafe for the driver or
examiner. DDS will make every effort to ensure
that impacted customers are rescheduled as
soon as possible.
On the driving test you will be expected to
demonstrate your ability to do all of the following:
Parallel Parking: Park midway between
two standards so that your car is not more
than 18 inches from the curb. The standard
parallel parking dimensions utilized in the
drivers license test are 22 feet in length by
10 feet in depth;
Quick Stops: Accelerate to a speed of 20
miles per hour and bring the vehicle to a stop
when the examiner instructs you to do so;
Backing: Back your car for a distance of approximately 50 feet at a slow rate of speed (not
more than 10 miles per hour) as straight and
as smoothly as possible. You must turn your
head and look behind the vehicle at all times
while backing. No boundary lines should be
encroached;
Stop for Signs or Traffic Signals: Give
the proper hand or brake signal; approach
in the proper lane; stop before reaching a pedestrian crosswalk and remain stopped until
all pedestrians have cleared the crosswalk
on the side of the roadway upon which you
are traveling; move through the intersection
only when you may do so safely;
Turn About: Turn your car in a narrow space
using two-, three-, or four-point turns;
Use of Clutch: If your car has a manual
transmission, you must shift smoothly and
correctly;
Approaching Intersections and Corners:
You must be in the proper lane and look in
both directions;
Yielding Right-of-Way: Always yield rightof-way to pedestrians, vehicle operators, and
bicyclists who move into the intersection before you by stopping and remaining stopped
until they have cleared the intersection;
Turning: Move into the proper lane and
signal an adequate distance before the turn;
Passing: Always check in front of and behind your vehicle to make sure you can safely
pass without interfering with other traffic;
Following: Do not follow other cars too
closely. Follow at a safe distance from the
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vehicle in front of you in order to maintain
control of the vehicle in case of any emergency situation or abrupt stops or turns;
Maintaining Good Posture: Keep both
hands on the steering wheel. Do not rest your
elbow on the window and do not attempt to
carry on a conversation with the Examiner
because he/she will be busy giving instructions and recording your score.
At the end of the Class C/D road test, the
license examiner will gladly show you your
score sheet and will provide you an opportunity
to discuss the results if you wish to do so. You
must achieve a minimum score of 75% to pass.
Road Test For Class M
You must furnish a motorcycle for the test

and pass a safety inspection of the motorcycle
by the license examiner before the driving test
is given. All road test vehicles must have a valid
registration/license plate or if equipped with a
temporary dealership tag, the applicant must
provide the bill of sale for proof of purchase
within the last 30 days.
Motorcycle operator testing information is
covered in the Motorcycle Operators Manual,
which is available at all Customer Service Centers and online at www.dds.ga.gov. For more
information, you may contact the Motorcycle
Safety Program at (678) 413-8400 in the metro
Atlanta area, or toll free at (866) 754-3687 if calling from outside the metro Atlanta area.
If you hold a motorcycle permit, you may
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Motorcycle road tests cannot be conducted
when the weather conditions make it unsafe
for the driver or examiner, including when it is
raining or when the pavement is damp.
Road Test For Class E and

F Non-Commercial
There is no driving test for Classes E & F

Non-Commercial; however, you must present
an Affidavit of Skill (DS-36), establishing your
ability to operate vehicles within the particular class, and pass a knowledge test for that
particular class. You must also possess or be
eligible to obtain a Class C License. Effective
1/1/2015, Class E & F licenses will be available
to volunteer firefighters at no charge.
Customers who wish to take the non commercial class E/F exam should study the
Commercial Drivers Manual. The Commercial Drivers Manual can be located online at
www.dds.ga.gov or customers can obtain a
hard copy at any DDS Customer Service Center.
Road Test For Class A, B,

and C Commercial
Commercial vehicle operators testing

information is covered in the Georgia Commercial Drivers Manual, which is available
at all Customer Service Centers and online at
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Results of Pass/Fail
If you pass all the tests, you will be issued

a temporary license/permit. Your permanent
license/permit will be mailed to you when all
other requirements are met. If for any reason
you do not receive your drivers license/permit
within 30 days of meeting all requirements,
contact DDS at (678) 413-8400 or toll free at (866)
754-3687 if calling outside the metro Atlanta
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Applicants who failed: If you fail any part
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The Risk Reduction Program (DUI School Program) was created by Georgia
Law to improve and promote greater safety upon the highways and streets
of this state; to improve the attitude and driving habits of drivers who
accumulate trac accident and motor vehicle conviction records; and
to provide uniform DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs for
the rehabilitation of persons identied as reckless or negligent drivers
and frequent violators. The curriculum used in the DUI School program
is primarily focused on the prevention of any type of alcohol or drug
problem. This includes prevention of health problems such as alcoholism, or
impairment problems such as car crashes or ghts. Emphasis is on knowing
and understanding risks one cannot change, and reducing risks one can
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The DUI class or Risk Reduction class is a 20 hour course that typically meets
on the weekends two times per month. Please contact the oce for the
next scheduled class time. Any person convicted of a DUI in Georgia, or a
licensed Georgia driver who gets a DUI in another State must successfully
complete a Department of Drivers Services (DDS) approved DUI Alcohol or
Drug Use Risk Reduction Program and undergo a Clinical Evaluation and, if
recommended, complete a Substance Abuse Treatment Program.
The Clinical Evaluation is an assessment conducted by a DBHDD approved
licensed or certied professional who is certied in the eld of addiction.
You must select a Clinical Evaluator from the DBHDD approved list. Based
on their professional ndings, the Clinical Evaluator may recommend
treatment. Treatment means attendance and participation in the type of
program recommended by the Evaluator. Be sure you attend a DBHDD
approved DUI Intervention Program (DUIIP).
Clinical Evaluation rates: $95-150
Substance Abuse Treatment: $40 per class
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OTHER SERVICES
& INFORMATION
Renewal for Individuals

Temporarily Located Out
of the State of Georgia
This Section Covers
Renewal by mail is offered for certain groups

of individuals who must be away from the State
of Georgia at the time renewal of their license
is required. Supporting documentation, a
completed application and payment of fee (if
required) must be submitted to verify that the
applicant is eligible to renew in this manner.
This service is available to the following groups:
Renewal for Individuals Temporarily Located

Out of the State of Georgia................................... 18
License, Permit, or Identification Card
Number Changes................................................... 18
Lost or Stolen License Replacement.................. 19
DDS Internet Services.......................................... 19
Address Change.................................................... 20
Name Change........................................................ 20
Motor Vehicle Reports (MVR).............................. 20
Selective Service Registration............................ 20
Blindness Donation............................................... 20
Organ and Tissue Donation................................. 20
Voter Registration................................................. 21
Customers stationed out of state on active

military duty, and their spouse and any dependents living with them;
Customers temporarily working out of state,
and their spouse and any dependents living
with them;
Full-time students attending school outside
Georgia, and their spouse and any dependents living with them;
Customers who are physically incapacitated
and unable to visit a DDS Customer Service
Center.
This service is subject to the following
restrictions:
The renewal will be granted for no longer
than one 5-year renewal period, at the end
of which the license holder must appear in
person for renewal;
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A drivers license that has been expired for

two (2) or more years cannot be renewed by
mail;
Changes (name, address, etc.) must be made
in person at a drivers license Customer Service Center. Changes cannot be made using
the mail method of renewal.
Customers who choose to renew their license
in this manner will not receive a Secure DL/
ID. To download the application package and
complete instructions, please visit our website
at www.dds.ga.gov.
License, Permit, or
Identification Card
Number Changes
No licenses or identification cards may be
issued in Georgia with a Social Security Number as the document number. If your license,
permit or identification card number is identical
to your Social Security Number, a randomly
generated document number will be assigned
to your document during the issuance/renewal
process. Once your number has changed, you
will need to ensure that any companies or entities using your drivers license, permit, or identification card number for tracking or verification
purposes, such as insurance companies, are
aware of this change.
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4: OTHER SERVICES & INFORMATION
Lost or Stolen License

Replacement
DDS INTERNET SERVICES
Customers may apply for a replacement drivers license and/or ID card at a local Customer
Service Center or online. If you choose to apply
online, you will go through an authentication
process in order to verify identity. If you wish
to apply at a Customer Service Center, you will
be required to show proof of identity. The fee
online and at a Customer Service Center is $5.00.
The following documents will be acceptable
proof of identity for a replacement Georgia
drivers license, permit or identification card:
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Original Birth Certificate (hospital certificates are not acceptable);
Certified Copy of Birth Certificate with raised
or impressed seal;
Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate
of Citizenship;
Immigration ID Card;
US Passport or Passport Card that is valid or
expired less than 10 years;
Military ID Card;
Consular Report of Birth Abroad;
State of GA Certificate of Foreign Birth;
License, Permit, and ID Card Services*

Reinstate your driver's license
Change your address;
Renew your drivers license,

permit or ID card;
Request an ID card (must have

valid license or permit on file);
Replace a lost drivers license,

permit, or ID card;
Check license status and

moving violation points.
Upgrade a Class D license

to a Class C license;
Other Services Available*

Immediately create a secure user
account and track transactions;
Pay Super Speeder fee or reinstate

a Super Speeder suspension;
Conduct multiple services at one time;
Take a practice written test for

a regular drivers license;
View and/or download a copy of

your driving history (MVR);
Request a certified driving history (MVR);
Download the most recent version

of the Georgia Drivers Manual.
Pay 'Failure to Appear' fee or reinstate

a Failure to Appear suspension;
*Online services are available if all requirements are met, including completion of Secure ID
requirements (see pages 10-11 for details).
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Non US Citizens
Valid foreign passport with valid I-94;
Valid permanent resident card (I-551);
Valid employment authorization card
(I-766 or I-688A or I-688B);
or TWO of these documents (only if replacing license, permit, or ID card with gold star):
Social Security Card (original);
Original or Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate.Please note: by law, same sex marriage certificates cannot be accepted;
Previous Years Income Tax Return;
Current Auto, Home, Life or Health Insurance Policy (Cards Not Accepted);
Current Auto Registration Receipt;
Voter Registration Card;
Military Orders.
If your license was stolen and you wish to
change the number on your replacement Georgia drivers license, permit or identification card,
you will be required to present a police report
indicating that the license was stolen unless
your license number and your Social Security
Number are the same. If the two numbers are
the same, no police report is required.
Address Change
You must update your record with DDS anytime your address changes. DDS correspondence will not be forwarded to new addresses
by the U.S. Postal Service.
If you have moved, you must visit a Customer
Service Center within 60 days to update your
mailing and/or residential address, or you
may visit our website at www.dds.ga.gov
to change your address. If you change your
address in person, you must provide proof
of the change in address. If you change your
address online, your new address will be
verified through USPS.
Name Change
Name changes must be completed in person
at a DDS Customer Service Center;
If you change your name by marriage or other legal action, you must obtain a new license
showing the correct name within 60 days. A
free replacement license valid for the current
term will be issued once in a license term;
In order to change your name on your license
or identification card, you must present a
certified copy of a marriage license application (if the marriage occurred in Georgia),
marriage license, state-issued marriage certificate, or court-ordered name change;
You may change to a hyphenated surname
on your license or identification card if the
marriage occurred in the State of Georgia on
or after November 1, 1982. A certified copy of
the marriage license application reflecting the
selection of the hyphenated surname must be
presented at the time of the request.
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Motor Vehicle Reports (MVR)

MVRs are available in 3 or 7 year formats. A
3 year report is $6.00; a 7 year report is $8.00.
Individuals may obtain a copy of their MVR in
any of the following ways:
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1. Via Internet
A non-certified copy of your Motor Vehicle
Report (MVR) can be downloaded by using our
internet service. Please visit www.dds.ga.gov
for further details. You will be required to create an account if you have not already done so.
2. In Person
A certified copy of your Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) can be purchased in person at any
Customer Service Center. Proper identification
will be required.
If obtaining a motor vehicle report other than
your own, the following is required:
Completion of the Request for MVR form
(DDS-18) OR a letter from the licensee naming the person authorized to receive the record, including the full name, date of birth,
and Georgia drivers license number of the
licensee;
The person receiving the report for another
individual must also show proper identification.
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3. Via Mail
You can obtain a certified copy of your MVR
by submitting the Request for MVR form (DDS18) OR aletter requesting either a 3-year or
7-year MVR, including the following:
Your full name as it appears on your drivers
license;
Drivers license number;
Date of birth; and
Complete mailing address.
Requests may be mailed to: Georgia Department of Driver Services, MVR Request, Post
Office Box 80447, Conyers, Georgia 30013. When
requesting a 3-year MVR, please include a $6.00
money order, cashiers check, or personal check
made payable to the Department of Driver Services, or $8.00 for a 7-year MVR.
Selective Service Registration

At the time of any license or identification
card transaction, DDS is required to ask males
age 18 whether they have registered with the
U.S. Selective Service System, and to report the
responses to the U.S. Selective Service System.
Blindness Donation
When you obtain your drivers license or permit, you will have the opportunity to make a
voluntary donation of $1 to Georgias Blindness
Education, Screening, and Treatment Program,
which is administered by the Georgia Department of Public Health. Donations currently fund
vision programs which provide screenings to
save childrens vision, eye exams for needy
adults, training for people who have lost vision, and public education about eye donation.
Your voluntary donation will be added to the
total cost of your service.
Organ and Tissue Donation

Thank you for your interest in saving lives
as an organ, tissue and eye donor. The Donate
Life Georgia Organ, Tissue and Eye Donor
Registry was created in 2008 to allow Georgians an easy and user-friendly means of
joining the states donor registry. Georgians
can join the registry through the web site at
www.donatelifegeorgia.org, when renewing
their driver license online, or when obtaining/renewing their license at a local DDS office. You can
also join the Donor Registry by calling Donate
Life Georgia directly at 1-866-57-SHARE (1-866577-4273) and requesting a donor registry form.
Other things to remember:

Organ donation can occur only after every
measure has been taken to save your life,
and only after death has been legally and
medically declared;
Georgia law prohibits the physician who declares a patient dead from participating in the
removal or transplantation of that patients
donated organs or tissues;
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There is no cost to the donors family for any

expenses related to organ tissue/eye donation. Also, there is no delay in funeral arrangements;
Georgia law requires hospitals to notify an
organ/tissue/eye recovery center when a
donation is possible;
Recipients are selected by urgency of need,
compatibility of blood type, body size, and
tissue type, regardless of sex, race or creed.
More information concerning organ and tissue
donation can be found at www.organdonor.gov.
Voter Registration
Customers who are U.S. citizens at least 17
years old will have an opportunity to apply for
voter registration during any license or identification card transaction. When this option
is selected, the application is submitted to the
voter registration office in the customers county
of residence.
Important points regarding voter

registration through DDS:
If you do not receive your voter registration
card within 30 days, contact your county voter
registration office to determine the status of
your application;
If you are already registered to vote under
the correct name and address and your voter
registration status is active, it is not necessary
to register again;
Choosing this option does not guarantee that
your voter registration information will be
processed in time to meet specific election
deadlines;
If you want to register to vote for a particular
election, please contact your county voter registration office to ensure that your most current registration information is recorded prior
to the applicable voter registration deadline.
HIGHWAY ENFORCEMENT
OF AGGRESSIVE TRAFFIC
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TRAFFIC LAWS
3 MOST BASIC TRAFFIC LAWS
This Section Covers
The three most basic traffic laws require drivers to:
Laws Governing Right-of-Way............................. 22

Georgias Move-Over Law.................................... 23
Passing................................................................... 23
How to Pass on a Two-Lane Road....................... 23
Passing is Prohibited on Two-Lane Roads .......... 23
Passing is Permitted When.................................. 24
Passing On The Right .......................................... 24
When Someone Passes You................................ 24
Passing Stopped Cars.......................................... 24
Passing Bicyclists................................................ 24
Passing Motorcyclists.......................................... 24
Weaving................................................................ 24
Turn Signals and Making Turns Safely............... 24
Illegal Signals....................................................... 24
How To Make A Right Turn................................... 24
How To Make A Left Turn..................................... 24
Watching for Pedestrians When Making Turns.... 25
U-Turns................................................................. 25
Making Turns on Multi-Lane Highways............... 25
Stopping, Standing, and Parking........................ 25
Steps to Parallel Parking...................................... 25
Backing Up............................................................. 26
Traveling Speed..................................................... 26
Super Speeder..................................................... 26
Speed Limits........................................................ 26
Driving Too Slowly................................................ 26
Railroad Crossings................................................ 26
Highway Work Zones............................................ 26
Obey the Signs..................................................... 26
Reduce Your Speed.............................................. 26
Obey Flaggers...................................................... 27
Yield to Amber Lights in Work Zones................... 27
Adjust Your Lane Position.................................... 27
Yield to Mobile Work Vehicles.............................. 27
Work Zone Driving Tips........................................ 26
Other Laws............................................................. 27
Controlled-Access Roadways.............................. 27
Coasting............................................................... 28
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol... 28
Reckless Driving.................................................. 28
Racing.................................................................. 28
Aggressive Driving............................................... 28
Texting and Cell Phone Use While Driving........... 28
Following Emergency Vehicles............................. 28
Trucks and Vehicles Pulling Trailers..................... 28
Riding in Trailers.................................................. 28
Median Strip......................................................... 28
Impaired Hearing and Vision................................ 28
Obstructing the Drivers View.............................. 28
Opening Vehicle Doors......................................... 28
One Way Streets.................................................. 28
Stopping............................................................... 28
Use Headlights Properly....................................... 28
Night Driving........................................................ 28
Georgias Litter Control Law................................ 29
Protecting The Air................................................. 29
Idling Engines........................................................ 29
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1. Obey traffic control devices (lights and signs);

2. Obey the traffic directions of a law enforcement officer or firefighter, even if it goes
against what the traffic control devices tell you to do;
3. Never drive on a roadway that has been closed for construction, for the purpose of a
special event, or for any other official reason.
Traffic laws are necessary to prevent crashes

by defining the orderly movement of vehicles,
pedestrians, and other users of public highways.
Remember, traffic laws exist for your safety; failure to obey them can result in crashes that may
seriously injure or kill you or others. To obey the
laws, you must first know and understand them.
Laws Governing Right-of-Way

Right-of-way is a phrase used to describe
who has the lawful authority to enter a roadway,
change lanes within a roadway, make a turn
from a roadway, travel through an intersection, or make any other traffic related movement. Georgia law establishes right-of-way in all
situations. Vehicle drivers (including bicyclists)
and pedestrians should always understand the
rules related to right-of-way, and remember that
right-of-way is something to be given, not taken.
There may be instances in which you as a driver
or pedestrian have the legal right-of-way over
someone else, even though the other person
does not realize it and is not obeying the rules
of the road. In those instances, the right-of-way
should be yielded in order to prevent a crash.
The following is a list of the most common
situations in which right-of-way questions are
faced in real life:
When traveling on a roadway that intersects
with another roadway, if you are faced with
a stop sign, but other traffic is not, you may
proceed only after stopping and yielding the
right-of-way to any other vehicle or pedestrian either in the intersection, or so close to
the intersection as to make it dangerous to
travel through the intersection;
At intersections where there are no stop
signs, yield signs or other traffic signals, if
two vehicles come to the intersection at the
same time, the driver of the vehicle on the
left must yield to the driver of the vehicle
on the right;
At a four-way intersection where all drivers
are faced with stop signs, all drivers must
yield to pedestrians; otherwise the vehicles
should proceed through the intersection in a
first to arrive, first to proceed order. If two
vehicles reach the intersection at approximately the same time, yield to any vehicles
on your right.
Important points to remember:
Take your turn when it comes if it is
safe to do so; do not unnecessarily delay traffic;
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If another driver tries to take your turn,

even if you have the right-of-way, let the
other driver proceed. It might prevent
a traffic crash;
Care, courtesy and common sense
should govern your actions.
When making a left turn at an intersection,
or into an alley or driveway, yield the rightof-way to all traffic coming from the opposite
direction;
When approaching a yield sign, slow down
to a safe speed and be prepared to stop. If
necessary, stop and only proceed when it is
safe to do so;
When the roadway you are traveling on is
merging into other traffic without stopping,
adjust your speed and vehicle position to
allow you to merge into the new lane safely.
If traffic from another roadway is merging
into the roadway you are traveling on, safely
change lanes away from the merging traffic if
possible. If it is not possible to change lanes
away from the merging traffic, adjust your
speed and vehicle position to safely allow
the traffic to merge;
At intersections with traffic control lights,
wait until the intersection is clear of traffic
or approaching traffic before entering. Do not
proceed just because you have the green
light;
If you are about to enter or cross a highway
from an alley, private road or highway, you
must stop and yield the right-of-way to all
other pedestrians and vehicles already traveling on the roadway or sidewalk you are
entering or crossing;
If police, fire, or ambulance service vehicles
are using their emergency lights (blue or red)
and sirens, safely maneuver your vehicle out
of their way. You should slow your vehicle
and move over to the shoulder of the road,
or if that is not possible, as far to the right of
the roadway or lane as you can, and stop. You
should always use caution to ensure that you
do not endanger other motorists, bicyclists, or
pedestrians while doing so. Do not position
your vehicle so that it blocks an intersection
or otherwise prevents the emergency vehicle
from making a necessary turn;
Yield to all highway maintenance vehicles
and workers in a construction zone;
Unless a sign posted at that intersection prohibits doing so, it is permissible to make a
right turn on red at an intersection con-
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trolled by a traffic control light. You may
proceed only after making a complete stop,
yielding to all traffic and pedestrians, and
making the determination that you can safely
complete the turn;
Unless a sign posted at that intersection prohibits doing so, it is permissible to make a
left turn on red from the left lane of a oneway street onto a one-way street on which
the traffic moves toward the drivers left. You
may proceed only after making a complete
stop, yielding to all traffic and stopping for
pedestrians, and making the determination
that you can safely complete the turn;
When a school bus is preparing to stop to
load or unload children, the driver of the bus
will activate flashing yellow lights. When
these flashing yellow lights are activated, all
drivers approaching the school bus should
slow down and be prepared to stop. All
drivers should pay special attention to children who may be walking along or crossing
the roadway. Once the flashing lights have
turned red and the stop signs have extended

from the side of the bus, it is unlawful for any
vehicle to pass the stopped school bus while
it is loading or unloading passengers. On a
highway divided by a median, cars traveling
on the opposite side from the stopped school
bus are not required to stop, however drivers
should remain attentive for children walking
along or crossing the roadway.
Passing
How To Pass On A Two-Lane Road
Wait for a passing zone to begin. A passing zone is indicated by striped lines to the
right of the center line of the roadway. If the
line nearest to your vehicle is solid, you are
not in a passing zone. Look ahead along the
roadway to determine the length of the passing zone and if there is traffic approaching
from the opposite direction. You must have
sufficient time and space to execute your
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passing maneuver and return your vehicle

completely to the right lane before the passing zone ends, before entering an intersection, and before oncoming traffic is within
200 feet of your vehicle;
Before leaving your lane to begin passing,
check your rear view and side mirrors, and
turn your head and look back to check your
blind spot. Be certain that no one is passing you;
Activate your left turn signal as you begin
passing;
Pass on the left and do not return to the right
lane until your vehicle is safely clear of the
overtaken vehicle. Wait until you can see the
car you have just passed in your rear view
mirror;
Activate your right turn signal before returning to the right lane. Be sure to turn your signal
off once you have returned to the right lane.
Passing is prohibited on
two-lane roads:
In areas marked by a solid yellow line on the
right of the center line, or a Do Not Pass
sign, or double yellow lines;
THE MOVE OVER LAW

Georgias Move Over Law helps ensure highway safety for motorists AND emergency personnel when emergency vehicles are
stopped on the side of a highway with their emergency lights flashing.
This law was created to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities to police officers, paramedics, firefighters, wrecker operators,
and highway maintenance workers by maintaining an open buffer
lane between passing highway traffic and authorized roadside
emergency vehicles displaying flashing yellow, amber, white, red,
or blue lights.
In Georgia, this law requires motorists to:
Move Over to the next lane if safely
possible, OR
Safely change lanes or slow

down when approaching
any emergency vehicle.
Slow Down below the speed limit and be

prepared to stop.
This law applies to any emergency vehicle parked on the shoulder of the highway.
Why was the Move Over Law Passed?

Because it saves lives. The Move
Over Law helps maintain traffic flow
and protect the safety of emergency
personnel and motorists.
Emergency vehicles parked beside a
highway are vulnerable to crashes, even
when their emergency lights are flashing.
More police officers are killed by traffic

crashes than in any other line-of-duty
cause of death. More than one fourth
of those killed are struck by passing
vehicles while they work outside their
patrol cars.
How does the Move Over Law make a difference?

Thirty percent of all crashes occur as the
result of another crash.
Providing a buffer lane for emergency
vehicles parked on the roadway shoulder
actually reduces the risk of another crash.
When the required clearance is given to

roadside emergency vehicles, the margin
of safety is increased, not only for public
safety and emergency personnel, but for
motorists and their passengers as well.
Its the Law!

The Move Over Law became effective
The Move Over Law is another good
July 1, 2003. Violations can result in a fine
sense driving reason to slow down on the
of no more than $500 for the first offense.
highways and interstates.
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Within 100 feet of a railroad crossing;

Within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel.
When a car approaching from the opposite
direction makes passing unsafe or will be
within 200 feet of your vehicle prior to the
completion of a passing maneuver;
On a hill or curve where it is not possible to
see oncoming vehicles which might be close
enough to be a hazard;
On the shoulder of the road;
When a school bus is stopped to load or unload passengers.
Passing is Permitted When:

Lawfully overtaking and passing another
vehicle going in the same direction;
An obstruction makes it necessary to drive
to the left of the center line, but only after
yielding to oncoming traffic;
A roadway includes two or more marked
lanes in the same direction;
A roadway with more than one lane is restricted to one-way traffic. Upon a multi-lane,
two way highway, you must never drive to
the left of the center line except when authorized to do so by traffic control signals
or signs or when making a left turn into an
alley, private road or driveway.
Passing On The Right
You may pass on the right of another vehicle

which is making or about to make a left turn if
there is sufficient pavement width for both your
vehicle and the vehicle making the left turn.
You may also pass on the right when traveling
on a multi-lane highway carrying two or more
lanes of traffic in the same direction.
When Someone Passes You
When a driver behind you is overtaking

your vehicle, be alert for any unsafe actions
by the other driver. It is considered courteous
to reduce your speed slightly, making it easier
for the other vehicle to pass you. It is unlawful
to increase your speed before you have been
passed completely by the overtaking vehicle.
Slow down and prepare to stop if you are approaching an intersection where other vehicles
are stopped, even though the traffic control devices indicate they are authorized to proceed.
If they are stopped because they are allowing
a pedestrian to cross the roadway, their vehicle
may block your view of the pedestrian.
A turn signal must be given whenever a turn

is made to the right or the left. You must give a
continuous turn signal for an adequate distance
to alert other drivers before turning. Never decide to make a turn at the last minute. Turning
quickly or erratically can be dangerous to you
and other drivers.
Passing Bicyclists
Illegal Signals
Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities on the road as motorists. Bicyclists are
permitted to travel in the center of the traffic
lane if there are safety hazards on the right
side of the road (such as parked cars or debris)
or if the lane is too narrow for a bicycle and a
vehicle to share. Pass bicyclists with caution,
treating them as you would any other vehicle
and according to Georgia law. The law requires
a driver to allow at least three feet between the
driver and bicyclist when passing, if feasible. If it
is not safe to leave three feet of space, the driver
should wait until it is safe to pass the bicyclist.
Passing Motorcyclists
A motorcyclist legally occupies the full width

of a single lane when traveling. When passing a
motorcyclist, a driver must pass in an adjacent
lane. Drivers are not permitted to occupy the
same lane as a motorcyclist while passing them.
Weaving
It is unlawful to weave from one lane of traffic to another in order to move faster than the
flow of traffic. A motorist may change lanes on
a multi-lane highway and pass slower moving
vehicles only when it is safe to do so. A drivers
signaling to change lanes should be clearly indicated so as to warn vehicles of the movement.
Turn Signals and

Making Turns Safely
Turn movements by motor vehicles are regulated by law, and failure to observe or comply
is a violation. Drivers must know and under
stand the law in order to turn safely and avoid
accidents.
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RIGHT TURN
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How To Make A Right Turn

Using appropriate signals, and giving drivers
ahead of and behind you adequate notice,
activate your right turn signal;
Approach the intersection in the right lane,
staying as close as practicable to the curb or
edge of the roadway;
If there is a bicycle lane on the road on which
you are traveling, you must yield to bicyclists
traveling straight through the intersection
before making a right turn;
Make the turn in such a way as to end up in
the right lane of the street into which you
have turned and avoid entering any other
lane of traffic. If there are multiple turning
lanes on the street you are turning from, complete the turn so that your vehicle ends up
in the corresponding lane on the street you
are turning onto.
How To Make A Left Turn

Using appropriate signals, and giving drivers
ahead of and behind you adequate notice,
activate your left turn signal;
Move into the far left lane of the direction in
which you are traveling, or into the turning
lane if one is provided;
Keep your wheels straight until you begin
making the turn;
Yield the right-of-way to all vehicles, including bicycles, which are approaching from the
opposite direction, and pedestrians crossing
either roadway;
When safe to do so, and when traffic signals/
signs permit, make your turn so that your vehicle ends up in the lane closest to the center
lane(s) in your direction of traffic on the street
you turned onto, or closest to the center line
if there is no center lane;
Passing Stopped Cars
Whenever any vehicle is stopped to permit

a pedestrian to cross the roadway at a marked
crosswalk or at any unmarked crosswalk at
an intersection, the driver of any other vehicle
approaching from the rear shall not overtake
and pass the stopped vehicle. When stopping
to allow a pedestrian to cross in front of you,
leave sufficient room between your vehicle and
the crosswalk so that approaching traffic can
see the entirety of the crosswalk.
It is against the law to flash turn signals as

a courtesy or do pass signal to other drivers
in the rear.
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If there are multiple turning lanes on the

street you are turning from, complete the
turn so that your vehicle ends up in the corresponding lane on the street you are turning onto;
Once you have entered an intersection to
make a left turn, you cannot change lanes
in the intersection;
You must stop and remain stopped for any
pedestrians in the crosswalk of the road you
are turning onto until they have cleared the
lanes of traffic that you are traveling on.
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Watching for Pedestrians
When Making Turns
At most intersections where there is a pedestrian signal, the Walk signal of the crossing street corresponds to the green light of the
roadway you are traveling on. This means that
when you are authorized to turn, pedestrians
are authorized to cross the street onto which you
are turning at the same time. Therefore, before
making your turn, you must stop and remain
stopped for any pedestrians in the crosswalk
of the road onto which you wish to turn until
they have cleared the lanes of traffic upon which
you are traveling.
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In the area between roadways on a divided

highway, including crossovers;
At any place marked by a no-parking sign.
Stopping, Standing or Parking is permitted only momentarily to pick up or drop off
passengers under the following conditions:
In front of a public or private driveway;
Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant;
Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection;
Within 30 feet of a stop sign, yield sign, or
traffic control signal;
Within 20 feet of a fire station driveway;
Within 75 feet of the spot across the street
from a fire station driveway;
Within 50 feet of a railroad crossing;
At any place where official signs prohibit
standing.
U-Turns
Do not make a U-turn on a curve or near the

top of a hill if you cannot be seen by other drivers approaching from either direction. Do not
make a U-turn where signs prohibit doing so.
Steps to Parallel Parking

When attempting to parallel park, drive past
the parking space you wish to use and stop
when you are approximately even with the
car ahead of the space (you should be approxiParallel Parking Diagram
Making Turns on
Multi-Lane Highways
On a multi-lane, two-way highway, you must

never drive to the left of the center line except
when making a left turn. If traffic control signals
or signs are present, you may only complete
the turn when authorized to do so by the traffic control signals or signs. When making left
turns, you must always yield to oncoming traffic, and wait for pedestrians to clear the lanes
of traffic, driveway, sidewalk, or alley you are
turning into.
Stopping, Standing,
and Parking
It is against the law to park on a highway. If
the vehicle is disabled, you should make every
practical effort to park off the highway, leaving
free passage and a clear view of your vehicle for
200 feet in each direction.
Stopping, Standing or Parking is not
permitted under the following conditions
at any time:
On the street side of any parked vehicle;
On a sidewalk;
Within an intersection;
On a crosswalk;
Between a safety zone and the adjacent curb;
Alongside or opposite any street excavation
or obstruction when stopping, standing, or
parking would obstruct traffic;
Upon a bridge or overpass, or within a highway tunnel;
On any railroad tracks;
On a controlled access highway;
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mately 2 feet from the other car door to door).

Turn your wheels sharply to the right and
back slowly toward the car behind the space
you wish to use;
As your front door passes the back bumper
of the car ahead of the space you wish to use,
quickly straighten your wheels and continue
to back diagonally into the space in a straight
line;
When your front bumper is completely clear
of the car ahead of you, turn your wheels
sharply to the left and back slowly toward
the car behind you;
Stop before making contact with the car behind you. Place the car in drive, turn your
wheels sharply to the right and pull toward
the center of the parking space;
Always give the appropriate turn signal prior
to beginning your parking maneuver and
when you exit from a parallel parking space.
Backing Up
Before backing, check all sides of your vehicle
to make sure it is safe to do so. You should
turn your head and look over your right
shoulder while backing; do not depend on
your mirrors;
For buses and large vehicles, the driver
should use all mirrors and utilize a reliable
person to observe and direct while backing
the vehicle.
Traveling Speed
Super Speeder
Any driver convicted of speeding 75 mph

on any two-lane road, or 85 mph and over anywhere in Georgia, will be assessed a $200 state
fee. The state fee will be in addition to any local fines imposed in the jurisdiction where the
speeding offense occurs. Failure to pay the state
fee on time will result in a license suspension
and additional $50 reinstatement fee.
Speed Limits
Maximum traveling speeds are determined

based on the following general rules in Georgia
unless otherwise posted:
30 miles per hour in any urban or residential
district;
35 miles per hour on an unpaved county road;
70 miles per hour on a rural interstate;
65 miles per hour on an urban interstate or
on a multi-lane divided highway;
55 miles per hour in all other areas.
These are only general rules. Local jurisdictions, the Georgia Department of Transportation, or the Georgia Department of Public Safety
may deem it necessary to adjust speed limits
based on local conditions, whether temporary
or permanent.
Always watch for speed limit signs while
driving. Some areas, such as school zones or
construction zones, may be posted for lower
maximum speed limits at certain times of the
day or for a short period of time. It is important
to pay close attention to road signs while driving
to ensure that when you approach a speed zone,
whether temporary or permanent, you will have
sufficient time to adjust your speed accordingly.
Driving Too Slowly
When there are two or more lanes for traffic

moving in the same direction, slower vehicles
should use the right lane except when passing
or making a left turn. Driving too slowly on
certain highways can be dangerous because it
impedes the regular flow of traffic. On certain
highways, minimum speed limits are posted. If
you are unable to drive at the minimum speed,
you should seek an alternate route.
Railroad Crossings
You must always stop within 50 feet, but not
less than 15 feet, from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when any of the following apply:
The signal is flashing;
The crossing gates are lowered;
A flagman is giving a signal;

A train is approaching so closely as to create
an immediate hazard;
A train gives a warning signal and is an immediate hazard due to its speed or nearness
to the crossing;
A stop sign is posted.
Under no circumstances should a motorist
drive through, around or under any crossing
gate while the gate is lowered. After stopping,
remain stopped until all tracks have been
cleared and it is safe to proceed.
Highway Work Zones

In an effort to minimize inconvenience,
the Georgia Department of Transportation
(GADOT) conducts most road construction and
maintenance without closing roads to traffic.
This poses a traffic hazard to drivers and their
passengers, as well as the crew members working on the road. Over half of all fatal injuries to
road workers are caused by being struck by a
motor vehicle, and a third of these by vehicles
intruding into the work space. Since 1973, 57
GADOT workers have lost their lives in work
zones. However, motorists are more likely to be
killed or injured in work zone accidents than
GDOT workers. The general public accounts for
85% of work zone fatalities nationwide.
Highway work zones are defined as portions
of a highway or street where construction, reconstruction, or maintenance work is being
done to the road, its shoulders, or any other
areas near the roadway. This definition also
includes mobile work such as underground and
overhead utility maintenance, snow removal,
and land surveying activities. Highway work
zones are set up according to the type of road
and the work to be done on the road. Signing,
roadway markings, and flaggers are used to
direct drivers safely through work zones or
carefully marked detours. Motorists are responsible for knowing how to read and react
to these directions. Paying attention and driving cautiously and courteously are the most
important steps to preventing accidents while
driving through a work zone. Watch for the
color orange. It means road work.
Obey the Signs
WORK ZONE DRIVING TIPS

When you travel through a work zone,
remember these four tips:
1. Reduce your speed.
2. Watch for speed limit signs. Fines are increased in most work zones.
3. Adjust your lane position away from workers.
4. Prepare for the unexpected!
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Warning signs in work zones usually have

an orange background and black letters or symbols. They are used with other traffic control
devices or flaggers to help direct traffic safely
through work areas and to protect drivers, their
passengers, and highway workers.
Reduce Your Speed
For safety reasons, the speed limit in most

work zones is reduced. If the speed limit is not
reduced in a work zone, drivers should obey
the normal posted speed limit for the road on
which they are traveling, but be more cautious
of road conditions, lane position, and the presence of workers.
Advisory speed limits are used to identify
safe speeds for specific conditions within a
work zone. These black and orange signs are
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always used with warning signs. Official speed

limit reduction requirements will be indicated
with the standard black and white speed limit
signs. Motorists who disobey regulatory speed
limits in a work zone may be found guilty of a
misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature
and will be punished by a fine of not less than
$100.00 nor more than $2,000.00, or by imprisonment for a term not to exceed 12 months, or both.
Obey Flaggers
Flaggers are used to direct traffic through

and around work zones. In a work zone, a
flagger has the same authority as a regulatory
sign. Do not disobey a flaggers traffic control
directions.
Yield to Amber Lights in Work Zones
Work vehicles and heavy equipment will

typically have flashing or revolving amber
lights. You must yield the right-of-way to these
vehicles. Reduce your speed as you approach
any work zone where vehicles have amber lights
displayed.
Adjust Your Lane Position
Travel lanes are likely to be closed in work

zones, and lane patterns may change as the
work progresses. Sometimes, workers must
operate within inches or feet of an open lane
of traffic. When lanes are closed or narrowed,
or workers are operating on the roadway near
traffic, change lanes away from them if possible or shift slightly within the boundaries of
your lane to give added distance between your
vehicle and the workers. This will provide extra
protection for you, your passengers and the
workers along the roadway.
Common signs seen in and around work zones cautioning drivers.
Other Laws
Backing up is prohibited on controlled-access

roadways.
Controlled-Access Roadways
An example of a controlled-access roadway

includes any tolled facility in Georgia such as
the I-85 Express Lanes. Tolled lanes in Georgia require motorists to mount a registered
Peach Pass transponder in their vehicle in
order to access the lanes. Registered owners of the vehicle that enters the tolled lane
without an active Peach Pass will receive a
violation notice in the mail.
You are prohibited from entering or leaving

any controlled-access roadway at unauthorized entrances or exits;
Certain types of vehicles may be prohibited
on controlled-access roadways if signs are
posted to this effect;
Yield to Mobile Work Vehicles
Some road work can be performed without actually closing lanes of travel. Pavement
maintenance, debris removal, paint striping,
utility work, and snow removal are examples
of work accomplished while moving in traffic.
Vehicles used in performing this type of work
will have flashing amber lights and may have
flashing arrows directing traffic to merge left
or right. The vehicles may also display signs for
the purpose of directing traffic or indicating
hazardous conditions. These vehicles usually
work at very slow speeds, such as 5 miles per
hour, and may occasionally be stationary in
the roadway. For your safety, and the safety
of others, slow down, yield the right-of-way to
these work vehicles, and follow any directions
displayed by the work vehicles.
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5: TRAFFIC LAWS
Impeding Traffic Flow
Except when a reduced speed is necessary

for safe operation, drivers are prohibited from
driving a motor vehicle at such a slow speed as
to impede the normal and reasonable movement
of traffic. On roads with two or more lanes, drivers cannot continue to operate a motor vehicle in
the passing lane if that driver is being overtaken
by a motor vehicle traveling at a higher rate of
speed from behind. Penalties include fines up
to $1000 and/or 3 points on the driving record.
Coasting
The driver of any motor vehicle, when traveling down a hill, must not coast with the gears or
transmission of the vehicle in neutral.
Driving Under the Influence

of Drugs or Alcohol
It is unlawful for any person to operate a
motor vehicle while under the influence of
alcohol, a drug, or any other substance which
impairs his/her ability to safely do so;
A person 21 or more years of age is considered Under the Influence of Alcohol when
0.08 gm or more by alcohol weight is present
in the blood;
A person under 21 years of age is irrefutably
considered Under the Influence of Alcohol
when 0.02 gm or more by alcohol weight is
present in the blood;
Certain drugs or other substances can also
make a person irrefutably under the influence. Having a prescription for certain medication is not a defense if the medication impairs
your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Penalties for driving under the influence of
intoxicants are severe, with fines up to $1000,
jail sentences up to 12 months, and mandatory
suspension of your driving privileges.
Reckless Driving
Reckless driving is defined as driving any

vehicle in reckless disregard for the safety of
persons or property. Penalties for reckless driving can include a fine of up to $1000, imprisonment for up to 12 months, and, if the driver is
under 21 years of age, conviction will result in
a suspension of all driving privileges.
Racing
The following behaviors are considered racing on highways and streets:

When two or more people compete or race
on any street or highway;
When one motor vehicle is beside or to the
rear of another driver, and one driver tries to
prevent the passing or overtaking of the competing driver by acceleration or maneuver; or
When one or more persons compete in a race
against time.
In Georgia it is unlawful to drag race. The
penalties for committing this violation may
include imprisonment and fines, and all driving privileges will be suspended if you are
convicted.
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Aggressive Driving
A person commits the offense of aggressive
driving when he or she operates any motor
vehicle with the intent to annoy, harass, molest, intimidate, injure, or obstruct another
person;
A conviction for aggressive driving is considered a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature;
The penalty for committing this violation
may include imprisonment, fines, and, if
the driver is under 21 years of age, conviction will result in a suspension of all driving
privileges.
Texting and Cell Phone

Use While Driving
Any driver under age 18 who holds a Class D

license or a learners permit is prohibited from
using any wireless device while driving. This
includes cell phones, computers, and all texting
devices. Exceptions are provided for emergencies and for drivers who are fully parked. The
fine for a conviction is $150, or $300 if involved
in an accident while using a wireless device.
Any driver age 18 or over is prohibited from
reading, writing, or sending a text message
while driving. This ban applies to any texting
device including cell phones, and applies to text
messages, instant messages, email and Internet
data. Exceptions are provided for emergency
personnel, drivers responding to emergencies,
and drivers who are fully parked. The fine for
a conviction is $150.
A conviction for either violation will result
in the accumulation of 1 point on the driving
record.
Following Emergency Vehicles
The driver of any vehicle, other than one

on official business, must not follow any fire
fighting apparatus traveling in response to a
fire alarm, or other emergency vehicles, closer
than 200 feet, or drive into or park any vehicle
within 500 feet of any fire apparatus stopped in
answer to a fire alarm.
Trucks and Vehicles Pulling Trailers
When traveling upon a roadway outside

of a business or residential district, drivers of
trucks and vehicles pulling trailers must leave
sufficient space between themselves and other
vehicles of the same kind, so that the driver of
an overtaking vehicle can enter and occupy the
space without danger. This law prohibits the act
commonly known as caravanning.
Trailers wider than 8 feet, 6 inches are not
permitted on Georgias highways.
Riding in Trailers
Riding in a house trailer, or any other vehicular drawn trailer, is not allowed while it is
being moved upon a street or highway. There is
a high likelihood of injury or death if passengers
are unrestrained in the trailer and the vehicle
is involved in a crash or the trailer becomes
disconnected from the vehicle.
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Median Strip
It is unlawful to drive across a dividing section, barrier, or unpaved strip which separates
two roadways at any point other than at an authorized opening or crossover.
Impaired Hearing and Vision
It is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle while

wearing a headphone, headset, or any other
device which would impair the drivers ability
to hear. Also, the driver must not wear anything
which would obstruct his or her vision while
driving a motor vehicle.
Obstructing the Drivers View
If a vehicle is overloaded with passengers or

freight so as to obstruct the view of the driver
or interfere with the mechanical operation, it
cannot be legally driven. Passengers must not
ride in a position that interferes with the drivers
view or his or her control of the vehicle.
Opening Vehicle Doors
Opening the doors of a vehicle on the side on

which traffic is moving is prohibited unless it is
safe to do so and unless it can be done without
interfering with the movement of other traffic,
including bicyclists that may be operating close
to the lane of parked cars.
One Way Streets
Unless directed to by a traffic control device,

authorized emergency personnel or construction workers, it is unlawful for a vehicle to be
driven contrary to the direction posted on a
one-way street or highway, except in situations
where police vehicles or authorized emergency
vehicles find it necessary to do so.
Stopping
When stopping or slowing down suddenly,

the proper hand, arm, or brake operated stop
signal must be given.
Use Headlights Properly
Use high-beam headlights only when driving in rural areas and when other cars are not
nearby. You must use your headlights between
one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise; at any time when it is raining; or
when visibility is limited.
You should dim (lower) your headlights
when:
You are within 500 feet of an approaching
vehicle so as not to blind the driver;
You are following closely (within 200 feet)
behind another vehicle;
You are driving on lighted roads;
You are driving in rain, fog, snow, or smoke;
Your vision is reduced to less than 200 feet.
Night Driving
Because of decreased vision at night and the

glare of oncoming headlights, night driving
presents its own unique challenges. Unfamiliar
roads and unexpected situations are more likely
to cause hazardous driving conditions. You can
help ensure safe driving in several ways.
Make sure your headlights are working properly and the lenses are kept clean. Periodically
have them checked for correct aim/alignment;
Dont overdrive your headlights. When
traveling at night or in other situations that
make the use of headlights necessary for safe
travel, do not drive at a speed that requires
a stopping time greater than the distance
illuminated by your headlights;
Slow down when oncoming traffic is approaching or when you are nearing a curve;
If visibility is greatly reduced, use the edge
line as a guide to maintaining your lane of
travel. If there is no edge line, use the center
line to guide yourself;
Keep your windshield clean;
Do not drive if you are tired. More frequent
stops, more fresh air, lively radio programs
and other measures can help you to avoid
drowsiness and inattention;
Watch carefully for highway signs; they are
harder to see at night;
Watch carefully for pedestrians and for vehicles stopped along the edge of the road;
Do not stop on the roadway.
Protecting The Air

The operation of motor vehicles has a significant impact on Georgias air quality. Emissions
from cars and light duty trucks contribute to
the formation of ground-level ozone, a component of urban smog. Vehicle emissions can react
with sunlight at high temperatures to produce
unhealthy levels of this form of air pollution.
This is especially true during warm weather.
Vehicle emissions and ground-level ozone can
be reduced by proper vehicle maintenance in accordance with the manufacturers instructions,
and by fewer trips and vehicle miles traveled.
In the thirteen-county metro Atlanta area,

gasoline-powered cars and light-duty trucks that
are less than 25 model years old must pass an
emissions inspection every year prior to registering their vehicle with the county of residence (the
most recent three model years are exempt from
this requirement). The thirteen metro counties
covered by the states inspection and maintenance program are: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb,
Coweta, Dekalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding and Rockdale.
For more detailed information about the emis
sions inspection program, call the Georgia Clean
Air Force at 1-800-449-2471. Remember - removing or disabling a vehicles emissions control
components is a violation of federal and state law.
In addition to proper vehicle maintenance,
you can help reduce air pollution and traffic
congestion by limiting driving to necessary
travel, by planning ahead to consolidate trips,
and by using carpools, transit and ridesharing.
All drivers should do their part to reduce the
impact of automobiles and trucks on air quality
and the environment.
Idling Engines
Minimize your idling time. Eliminating unnecessary idling can reduce fuel consumption,
engine wear and air pollution. When warming
up the engine, follow the manufacturers guidelines to assure sufficient engine performance for
safe driving. Idling a vehicle for 10 seconds will
consume more fuel than restarting the engine.
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GEORGIA'S LITTER CONTROL LAW

Each year, municipal, county and state government agencies spend
thousands of dollars to clean up litter from the streets and highways
of Georgia. Individuals who litter cause harm to the beauty of the state
and impact the health, welfare and safety of others.
It is unlawful to dump, deposit, throw or leave litter on any public
or private property in the State of Georgia, or any waters in the State
of Georgia.
compliance of the Litter Control Law.

Georgias Litter Control Law classifies littering as damage to property.
A conviction under this law is considered a misdemeanor in Georgia.
Persons convicted of this law may be assessed a fine up to $1000
and a 12 month jail term. In addition, if convicted of littering, a judge
could order the convicted person to pick up and remove litter from
any designated area.
Litter means all sand, gravel, slag, brick bats, rubbish, waste
material, tin cans, refuse, garbage, trash, dead animals or
discarded materials of every kind and description;
Public or private property means the right-of-way of any road
or highway, any body of water or watercourse of the shores
or beaches thereof, any park, playground, building refuge
or conservation or recreation area and residential or farm
properties, timberlands or forest.
Whenever litter is thrown, deposited, or dropped from any motor
vehicle, the operator of the vehicle shall have violated the Litter Control
Law. All Georgia law enforcement agencies are authorized to enforce
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SECTION
TEEN DRIVING
LAWS
This Section Covers
School Attendance Requirements...................... 30
Joshuas Law......................................................... 30
Class C Instructional Permit (CP)........................ 30
Class D Provisional License................................. 31
Teens Moving to Georgia...................................... 32
Motorcycle Operators Instructional
Permit/License...................................................... 32
Revocation of Minors License/Permit............... 32
License/Permit Suspensions............................... 32
Suspension of Drivers License/Permit
or Driving Privileges............................................. 32
Convictions Other Than DUI................................. 32
Convictions for Driving Under the
Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (DUI)...................... 33
Texting and Cell Phones....................................... 33
The State of Georgia has what is known as

a graduated licensing program for teens. This
means that teens progress through a licensing process in three phases. As teens reach a
certain age, complete certain requirements,
and have demonstrated their ability to safely
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operate a motor vehicle, they are allowed to

progress to the next phase. Successful progression to the next phase also requires a demonstration of responsibility on the part of the teen
by avoiding any violations during the term of
the license held.
School Attendance
Requirements
Obtaining a Drivers License
or Instructional Permit
Anyone younger than 18 years of age must

present one of the following in order to obtain
a drivers license or instructional permit:
1. Certificate of Attendance (DS-1 obtained
from school personnel);
2. High School Diploma;
3. General Education Development (GED);
4. Special Diploma;
5. Certificate of High School Completion;
6. College or vocational school transcript dated
within the last thirty days (official transcript
with seal required);
7. Certificate of Adult Literacy proving pursuit
of a GED (available from the Technical College System of Georgia for those currently
enrolled in a GED program);
8. Declaration of Intent for Home Schoolers.
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Joshuas Law
Effective January 1, 2007, the State of Georgia implemented new legislation to promote
increased teen driving safety. The highlights of
Joshuas Law include:
Approved driver education training required
to obtain a Class D automobile license at age 16;
Approved driver education training required
to obtain a Class M Instructional Permit (MP)
at age 16;
You must be 17 years of age to obtain a Class
M motorcycle License.
The first stage of the graduated licensing
program is a Class C Instructional Permit (CP).
Class C Instructional Permit (CP)

For first-time issuance of a Class C Instructional Permit (CP), you must meet all
requirements to obtain a Secure DL/ID if
you have not already done so. See pages
10-11 for complete requirements.
Obtaining a Class C
Upon reaching age 15, or anytime thereafter,

you may apply for a Class C Instructional Permit (CP). The following information will help
you prepare for your visit to a DDS Customer
Service Center:
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You will be required to present documents
verifying your identity, U.S. citizenship or
lawful presence, and Georgia residency as
explained on pages 10-11;
You must present proof of your Social Security Number or your ineligibility to obtain a
Social Security Number. See page 10 for a
list of acceptable documents;
If you are under age 18, you will be required
to present proof of satisfaction of school attendance and conduct requirements as explained in this section;
If you are under age 18, a parent or legal
guardian will have to sign the application,
thereby giving their consent for you to obtain
a permit. The individual who signs your application may, for any reason, revoke your
permit until you reach the age of 18;
You will be required to pass a vision test.
Your eyes will be tested by means of a mechanical device;
You will be required to pass a knowledge
exam related to Road Signs and Road Rules.
Please refer to page 16 for more information related to the knowledge exam;
The test fee is $10.00 and must be paid prior
to testing. If any part of the test is failed, no
refund will be issued. The permit fee must be
paid prior to every testing attempt.
Conditions of a Class C
Once issued a Class C Instructional Permit
(CP), you may operate any Class C vehicle
when accompanied by a person at least 21
years of age who is licensed to drive a Class
C vehicle, who is fit and capable of exercising
control over the vehicle, and who is occupying a seat beside the driver;
Class C instructional permits (CP) are valid
for 2 years.
Class D Provisional License

For first-time issuance of a Class D License, you must meet all requirements to
Obtaining a Class D
Provisional License
Upon reaching the age of 16, and after having held a valid instructional permit for one
year and one day, you may apply for a Class D
provisional license. The following information
will help you prepare for your visit to a DDS
Customer Service Center:
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You must surrender your Class C Instructional Permit (CP) or affirm on your application
that you are unable to surrender the permit.
See pages 19-20 for details concerning
lost licenses and permits;
You will be required to present proof of satisfaction of school attendance and conduct
requirements as explained in this section;
You must present proof of completion of
the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program
(ADAP). This program is taught in most
schools, and is also available online. For
information about ADAP, you may visit
www.dds.ga.gov, or call (800) 245-4410;
A parent or legal guardian will have to sign
the application, thereby giving their consent
for you to obtain a license. The individual
who signs your application may, for any
reason, revoke your license until you reach
the age of 18;
You must satisfy the Driver Education Requirements listed in this section;
You must pass a road test designed to evaluate your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. See pages 16-17 for more information related to the Road Test.
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Driver Education Requirements

To obtain a Class D license at the age of 16
you must complete a driver education course
approved by DDS. An approved driver education course consists of:
either 30 hours of classroom instruction
OR completion of an equivalent online
virtual course;
AND
6 hours of on-the-road experience with a
certified instructor OR completion of the
DDS approved Parent-Teen Driving Guide;
You must also have completed a cumulative total of at least forty hours of other
driving experience, including at least six
hours at night. Completion of the DDS approved Parent-Teen Driving Guide will
serve as an affidavit certifying that this
requirement has been met;
NOTE
if the teen obtains the on-the-road component of drivers education from a certified
instructor, a separate document affirming
that this requirement has been met must
be completed at the time of the road test.
If you have not completed the driver education requirements, you cannot obtain a
class D license until you reach the age of 17.
For information on approved driver education courses and to download the ParentTeen Driving Guide, see the DDS website,
www.dds.ga.gov.
Conditions of a Class D
Provisional License
A Class D license Holder may not drive between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
NO EXCEPTIONS;
During the first six months following issuance, only immediate family members
may ride in the vehicle. Immediate family
member includes the drivers parents and
step-parents, grandparents, siblings and stepsiblings, children, and any other person who
resides at the drivers residence;
During the second six months following issuance, only one passenger under 21 years
of age who is not a member of the drivers
immediate family may ride in the vehicle;
After the first and second six-month periods,
only three passengers under 21 years of age
who are not members of the drivers immediate family may ride in the vehicle;
A Class D license Holder must, for the 12
months preceding application for their class
C license, be free from any convictions for
major traffic violations that result in the mandatory suspension of a drivers license.
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Under Age 18 without a valid

license issued by another state
If you do not already hold a valid drivers

license or instructional permit issued by another state, you will be subject to the licensing
requirements of Georgia residents. Please see
the preceding sections for more information.
Under Age 18 with valid

out of state license
If you hold a valid drivers license or instructional permit issued by another state, you will
normally be eligible to obtain a comparable
license issued by Georgia. However, the state
of issuance may have requirements for teenage
drivers that differ from Georgia. For more information, please call the Customer Contact Center
at (678) 413-8400 or outside metro Atlanta, call toll
free (866) 754-3687.
Motorcycle Operators
Instructional Permit or License
Detailed information concerning permit and
licensing requirements for Motorcycle Operators Permits and Licenses can be found on the
DDS website at www.dds.ga.gov, or you may
contact DDS at (678) 413-8400 in the metro Atlanta area, or toll free at (866) 754-3687 if calling from outside the metro Atlanta area. Teens
under age 17 must meet the Driver Education
Requirements listed on this page to obtain a
Class M Instructional Permit (MP). A Class M
Operators License is available at age 17.
Revocation of Minors
License/Permit
The parent, guardian, responsible adult or authorized driving instructor who signed a minors
application for an instructional permit or drivers
license may request revocation of the license or
permit at any time prior to the minors eighteenth
birthday. The person requesting revocation of a
minors instructional permit or drivers license
must submit his or her request for the revocation
on the form designated by the Department. The
form requires the persons notarized signature.
The person requesting revocation of a minors
instructional permit or drivers license must pay
a non-refundable fee of $10.00.
License/Permit Suspensions
Suspension of Drivers License/
Permit or Driving Privileges
Once a drivers license or permit has been issued, any of the following infractions will result
in the suspension of the individuals drivers
license or permit for a period of one year or until
the individual turns 18, whichever comes first.
Teens Moving to Georgia
Has dropped out of school and has remained

out of school for ten consecutive school days;
The following information applies to teens

moving to Georgia from another state who wish
to obtain a drivers license or permit in Georgia.
Has ten or more school days of unexcused

absences in the current academic year or ten
or more school days of unexcused absences
in the previous academic year;
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Has been found in violation by a hearing

officer, panel, or tribunal of one of the following offenses, or has waived his or her right
to a hearing and pleaded guilty to one of the
following offenses:
Threatening, striking, or causing bodily
harm to a teacher or other school personnel;
Possession or use of a weapon on school
property or at a school sponsored event;
Any sexual offense prohibited under
Chapter 6 of Title 16;
Causing substantial physical or visible
bodily harm to or seriously disfiguring
another person, including another student;
Possession or sale of drugs or alcohol on
school property or at a school sponsored
event.
If notice is received of one of these infractions and the individual has not yet applied
for a drivers license or permit, he or she will
be prohibited from obtaining a drivers license
or permit until the period of suspension has
ended or the individual turns 18, whichever
comes first.
Unless reinstated, the suspension will automatically expire after one year or when the
individual turns 18, whichever comes first.
Under certain conditions, a limited permit or
hardship exemption may be available prior to
the expiration of the suspension. For further
information, contact DDS at (678) 413-8400 or
toll free at (866) 754-3687 if calling from outside
the metro Atlanta area.
Convictions Other Than DUI
The State of Georgia applies strict penalties to

teens who fail to obey the laws regarding operation of a motor vehicle. The instructional permit
or drivers license of any person under 21 years
of age convicted of any of the following offenses
shall be SUSPENDED for a period of six months
for a first conviction, or for a period of twelve
months for a second or subsequent conviction.
Hit and run or leaving the scene of an accident;
Racing on highways or streets;
Using a motor vehicle in fleeing or attempting
to elude an officer;
Reckless driving;
Aggressive driving;
Purchasing an alcoholic beverage;
Attempting to purchase an alcoholic beverage;
Underage possession of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle;
Misrepresenting age for purpose of illegally
obtaining any alcoholic beverage;
Misrepresenting identity or using false
identification for purpose of purchasing or
obtaining an alcoholic beverage;
Any other offense for which four or more
points are assessed:
Unlawful passing of a school bus;
Improper passing on a hill or curve;
Exceeding the speed limit by 24 miles per
hour or more.
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The accumulation of four or more points in

any 12-month period while under 18 years
of age.
TEXTING & CELL PHONES
A limited permit may be available only if

the suspension resulted from a conviction for
speeding 24-33 mph over the speed limit and
the applicant is at least 18 years old.
Texting and
Cell Phone Use
While Driving
Convictions for Driving Under the

Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (DUI)
Any driver under age 18

who holds a Class D license
or a learners permit is prohibited from using any wireless device while driving.
This includes cell phones,
computers, and all texting
devices. Exceptions are
provided for emergencies
and for drivers who are fully
parked. The penalty for a
conviction is a $150 fine, or
$300 if involved in an accident while using a wireless
device. Additionally 1 point
will be added to your driving
record for each conviction.
First DUI Suspension:

If your blood Alcohol Concentration was .02
or greater, but less than .08; or your implied
consent test results were suppressed; or no
test was given, your license will be suspended for a minimum period of 6 months, unless
you have a previous conviction for an offense
in the above list, in which case your license
will be suspended for a minimum period of
12 months;
If your Blood Alcohol Concentration was .08
or greater or you refused implied consent
testing, your license will be suspended for a
minimum period of 12 months;
No limited driving permit is available.
Second DUI Suspension:
Your license will be suspended for a minimum

period of 18 months, with ignition interlock permit eligibility after 120 days.
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SECTION
SIGNS, SIGNALS
& MARKINGS
Road Signs
This Section Covers
The State of Georgia uses seven basic shapes of signs to convey traffic control instructions.
Drivers should know signs by their shapes and colors so that they may recognize them from a
distance and begin reacting timely and appropriately.
Road Signs............................................................. 34
Shapes of Signs................................................... 34
Regulatory Signs.................................................. 35
Warning Signs...................................................... 36
Guide Signs.......................................................... 38
Construction and Maintenance
Warning Signs...................................................... 39
Service Signs....................................................... 39
Traffic Signals and Signs..................................... 40
Lane Control Signals............................................ 40
Overhead Lane Signs........................................... 40
Pedestrian Signals............................................... 40
HAWK Signal........................................................ 41
Pavement Markings.............................................. 42
Stop Lines............................................................ 42
Crosswalk Lines................................................... 42
Railroad Crossings .............................................. 42
Center Lines......................................................... 42
No Passing Lines.................................................. 42
Edge Lines............................................................ 42
Lane Lines............................................................ 42
Turn Lanes........................................................... 43
Bicycle Lanes....................................................... 43
Roundabouts........................................................ 43
Traffic Striping..................................................... 43
Its the Law

Georgia law requires that all drivers, including
bicyclists, obey official highway signs and traffic control signals unless otherwise directed by
a police officer or emergency worker.
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Shapes of Signs
Vertical Rectangle
signs are generally
used for regulatory
signs, which tell you
what you must do.
You must obey them
in the same manner
as traffic laws.
Horizontal Rectangle
signs are generally
used as guide signs.
They show locations,
directions, or other
special information.
Diamond shaped signs warn of existing or possible

hazards on roadways or adjacent areas. They are
yellow with black words indicating the potential
hazard, or black symbols visually describing the
potential hazard.
An Octagon (eight-sided shape) always means

stop. When you come to it, you must make a complete stop at a marked stop line. If there is no stop
line, stop before the crosswalk on your side of the
intersection. If there is no crosswalk, stop at a point
from which you can best see oncoming traffic.
You must not start again until all pedestrians have
finished crossing on the side of the roadway you
are traveling on, and you have yielded the rightof-way to closely approaching traffic.
A round sign means you are approaching a railroad crossing. This sign is posted a few hundred
feet in front of the tracks and alerts you to slow
down, look, listen and prepare to stop. If necessary, roll down a window and listen carefully for an
approaching train. If a train is approaching, stop!
Do not try to calculate whether you can make it
across the track. Never try to beat a train through
the intersection. Passing is prohibited at all railroad
crossings.
Triangle signs mean yield. You must slow down to

a speed that is reasonable for existing conditions
and stop if necessary. If you must stop, do so at
a marked stop line, if it exists. After slowing or
stopping, you must yield the right-of-way to other
vehicles in the intersection or approaching closely
on another roadway or auxiliary road leading into
a major highway.
Pentagon shaped signs mean you are approaching

a school zone and/or school crossing. When used,
they will be erected not less than 150 feet nor more
than 700 feet in advance of the school grounds or
school crossing. (These signs can sometimes be
fluorescent green in color.)
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7: SIGNS, SIGNALS & MARKINGS
Regulatory Signs
Regulatory signs tell drivers what they may or may not do. Drivers, including bicyclists, must
obey them in the same manner as traffic laws. Remember, a red circle with a red slash from upper
left to lower right means No. The picture within the circle shows what is prohibited.
This marks a oneway road. If you are

facing this sign traffic is coming toward
you. You must not
continue down the
road.
You are approaching

a one-way highway
or ramp. Driving on
the highway or ramp
in the direction you
are traveling is not
allowed.
You may travel only

in the direction of the
arrow.
Traffic is required to
keep to the right of
medians or obstructions.
You cannot turn

around to go in the
opposite direction at
this intersection.
You cannot make a

right turn at this intersection.
55 miles per hour is

the maximum speed
limit permitted in this
area.
You are approaching an area where

a reduced speed
limit has been established.
When two or more

traveling lanes are
available in the direction you are traveling,
slower traffic should
travel in the right
(outside) lane(s).
A right turn on red

is prohibited, even
after coming to a
complete stop.
You are approaching a school zone. A

reduced speed limit
is in effect when the
yellow lights are
flashing.
Bicycles are prohibited from entering

this roadway.
Trucks are prohibited

from entering this
roadway.
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Warning Signs
Sharp turn
to the right.
Curve to the right.
Sharp turn to the

right and then sharp
turn to the left.
Winding road ahead.
Side road enters

highway ahead.
Side road enters

highway ahead at
an angle.
Another road crosses

the highway ahead.
The road you are

traveling on ends
straight ahead. Slow
down and prepare to
yield or stop before
turning right or left.
The bridge ahead

allows room for only
two lanes of traffic.
Approach with caution.
There is a dip in the

road ahead. Slow
down!
There is a bump in
the road ahead. Slow
down!
Shoulder of the road

is soft. Drive on the
shoulder only in
emergencies.
Divided highway
begins. Prepare to
change lanes or shift
lane position.
Divided highway
ends. Prepare to
change lanes or shift
lane position.
Warning that you are

leaving a separated
one-way highway
and will soon be
driving on a two-way
highway.
Approaching a low
underpass. Do not
enter if your vehicle
or cargo exceeds the
maximum height indicated on the sign.
Steep hill ahead.

Slow down and be
ready to shift to lower
gear to control speed
and protect brakes
from damage.
Warning signs are usually yellow with black

markings. (Warning signs can also be fluorescent
green with black markings.) They alert you to
conditions that are immediately ahead. There
may be road hazards, changes in traffic direction,
or some other potentially hazardous situation
that requires action on your part.
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Presence of traffic
signals at intersection ahead. Slow
down!
There is a yield sign

ahead. Slow down
and prepare to stop
if necessary.
This sign is on the left

side of the highway
and marks the beginning of a no passing
zone. Any passing
maneuver must be
completed before
reaching this sign.
Roadway slippery
when wet. Remember, the first half-hour
of rain is most hazardous.
There is a stop sign

ahead. Begin to slow
down and be prepared to stop.
Number of lanes
reduced ahead.
Traffic merging from

the right. Prepare to
allow traffic to safely
merge.
These signs alert

drivers in advance of
areas where animals,
people, and vehicles
may be crossing.
These signs may be accompanied
by speed advisory plaques that
indicate the speed with which you
should proceed.
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Guide Signs
Guide signs may indicate what road you are on, and how to get to
your destination. Many guide signs are rectangular, but some have
other shapes. There are several different kinds of guide signs route
markers, information, destination, distance, and location signs. These
signs may be accompanied by a To sign or an arrow, indicating the
highway, facility, or location that can be reached by following the signs.
Here are some examples:
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120
The numbers on these signs designate specific exits, interstates

or highways.
Roswell
120
Marietta
Intersection of U.S.
Route 47 & Ga. Highway 38. These roads
are going to cross or
meet the highway you
are traveling on.
Milepost markers are placed

each mile along
the edge of the
roadway from
one end of the
state to the other. Zero always
starts at the
south or west
border where
a route begins.
This sign is used to mark

an officially designated
bicycle route. Be cautious
of bicyclists while traveling on this road.
Caution - a vehicle displaying this

emblem is a slow moving vehicle.
A slow-moving vehicle is defined
as any vehicle moving less than
25 miles per hour. They are
required by law to display
this emblem.
This sign means there

is a public parking area
in the direction of the
arrow.
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The cross-buck is placed at all railroad

crossings. Yield to any approaching trains.
Slow down, look and listen before crossing. A sign below the cross-buck indicates
the number of tracks. A complete stop is
required when a red light is flashing.
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Construction and Maintenance Warning Signs

Warning signs for construction and maintenance projects are used to alert you
to dangers ahead and give you enough time to adjust your speed accordingly.
These signs are orange with black markings.
Service Signs
As you travel along Georgias highways, the following
blue and white signs will give directions to service facilities.
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Traffic Signals and Signs

Traffic signals are placed at intersections to control the orderly movement of traffic and to prevent accidents. Drivers (including bicyclists) and
pedestrians must obey these signals except when an officer is directing
traffic. If a traffic signal is not functioning at all at an intersection, all
drivers must treat the intersection as if a stop sign is posted for all directions. If a traffic signal is malfunctioning and flashing, drivers must
proceed based on the color of the flashing signal they are facing: if the
driver is facing a yellow flashing signal, the driver may proceed with
caution; if the driver is facing a red flashing signal, the driver must stop
and wait until it is safe to proceed.
A green arrow means you may proceed carefully

only in the direction the arrow is pointing after
stopping for pedestrians and yielding to vehicles
within the intersection. In this case you may go
straight ahead only.
A green arrow, in this case, means you may turn
in the direction of the arrow after stopping for
pedestrians and yielding to vehicles within the
intersection.
A red light means you must make a complete stop

before entering the crosswalk or intersection and
wait until the light turns to green before proceeding.
A yellow arrow may appear after a green arrow and

warns you to clear the intersection.
A yellow light warns that the light is changing from

green to red. Slow down and prepare to stop.
A red flashing light means you must stop completely (treat as you would a stop sign). Proceed
with caution only after yielding the right-of-way
to pedestrians and to other vehicles at the intersection.
A green light means you may proceed if it is safe to

do so after stopping for pedestrians and yielding
to vehicles within the intersection.
A yellow flashing light means you must slow down

and exercise caution before proceeding through
the intersection.
Lane Control Signals
Overhead Lane Signs
Pedestrian Signals
Some roadways are designed to accommodate different traffic demands during the day
through the use of a reversible lane system. Appropriate travel lanes on a roadway utilizing a
reversible lane system are indicated as follows:
No travel allowed in this

lane in the direction you
are going.
Steady - clear the lane

Flashing - left turn
permitted
Left turn only.
Straight or left
turn only.
Leave the curb to

cross the street.
Do not leave curb.
Travel in lane.
Right turn only.
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Flashing do not leave curb, but complete

walking across the street if already started.
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HAWK Signal
HAWK stands for High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk. It is a new
kind of signal designed to help pedestrians cross busy streets.
Solid Yellow
The flashing yellow is followed by a SOLID
YELLOW signal, indicating that motorists
should reduce speed and be prepared to
stop.
Dark
The HAWK remains DARK for traffic unless
a pedestrian activates the push-button.
Solid Red
The solid yellow is followed by double SOLID RED signals, requiring drivers to stop.
Flashing
When a pedestrian presses the button,
approaching drivers will see a FLASHING
YELLOW signal for a few seconds, indicating that the signal has been activated.
Flashing Red
The double solid red signals are followed by
double FLASHING RED signals. The signal
will then go dark until activated again by a
pedestrian. During the double FLASHING
RED signal indication, drivers are required to
come to a full STOP, but may proceed when
pedestrians have cleared the crosswalk and
it is safe to proceed.
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Pavement Markings
Pavement markings, like highway signs, are used to warn and direct drivers and to regulate
traffic.
Stop Lines
Stop lines are white lines painted across the pavement at intersections indicating the point beyond
which your vehicle should not cross if you are stopping for a traffic control device. In urban areas the
line is usually located about four feet before the crosswalk. Drivers must come to a complete stop at
the stop line, when present, not at the actual stop sign or traffic signal.
Crosswalk Lines
These white lines are painted across, or partially across the pavement. Sometimes they will be painted
in a ladder pattern. When pedestrians are in the crosswalks, they have the right-of-way over motor
vehicles. Crosswalks are sometimes in the middle of a block in residential areas, and in some cases,
a pedestrian crossing signal is located at the white line.
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When a road is crossed by a railroad crossing, the pavement is usually marked with a large X and two Rs. At
railroad crossings, a yellow line is always placed on the right side of the center line to prevent passing. The
crossing is sometimes equipped with control arms and/or emergency lights, to warn drivers of approaching
trains. The driver of the vehicle must stop if warning signals indicate a train is approaching.
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Center Lines
These are used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions on paved roadways. Broken yellow
lines are used when there are only two lanes and it is safe to pass in either direction.
No Passing Lines
Single Lines
These single, solid yellow lines on two-lane roads indicate zones where passing is prohibited. They will
be located on the right of the broken yellow line when they apply to the lane in which you are traveling.
In some instances, both yellow lines will be solid, indicating it is not safe for passing in either direction.
Double White Lines
These are double white line (dashed or solid) pavement markings on roadways that indicate where
vehicles can or cannot cross to access the adjacent lane. When the double white lines are dashed,
vehicles are allowed to cross over to the adjacent lane. When the double white lines are solid, lane
changes are prohibited.
Edge Lines
These are the solid white lines along the side of the pavement. They serve as safety guides, especially at
night when it is difficult to see the edge of the road. A yellow edge line may be used on the left side to warn
of narrow or raised medians.
Lane Lines
These are the white dashes that mark the individual lanes of travel on streets and highways having more than
one lane for traffic moving in the same direction.
When there are four or more lanes with traffic moving in opposite directions, two solid yellow lines mark
the center of the roadway. You may cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private
road, driveway, or another street. When traveling on a multi-lane road, stay in the right lane except to pass
other vehicles traveling in the same direction.
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Turn Lanes
These lanes, bordered by solid yellow and/or broken yellow lines, is in the
center of many streets and highways to make left turns. A motorist desiring
to turn left should proceed to the turn lane just prior to making a left turn.
Georgia law prohibits the use of this lane for any purpose other than making
a left turn. You may enter this lane no more than 300 feet from the location
of the left turn.
When a turning lane is provided for vehicles traveling in both directions,
you should use extreme caution before entering the turning lane to make
a left turn. There may be a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction also
entering the turning lane to make a left turn. This is especially problematic
in congested areas.
Bicycle Lanes
These are solid white lines typically located between the farthest right traffic
lane and the curb or edge of the roadway. If there is a right-turn-only lane
present, the bicycle lane will be located to the left of the right-turn-only
lane in order to safely accommodate bicycles traveling straight through the
intersection. Bicycle lanes may also be marked with painted symbols of a
bicycle. Drivers of motor vehicles are prohibited from driving or parking in
the bicycle lane, except to cross over it to make a turn. When crossing over a
bicycle lane to make a turn, motorists must yield to bicyclists that are present.
Traffic Striping
These markings, created by diagonal yellow lines, are on streets and highways indicating that the road is narrowing or there is an obstruction on the
roadway. The area is similar to a triangle with solid yellow diagonal lines within
the outside lines. Always keep to the right of these markings.
ROUNDABOUTS
Navigation a single lane roundabout
Roundabouts are sometimes used at
intersections instead of stops signs.
The purpose of a roundabout is to allow the intersection to handle heavier
traffic flow without the need for a signal or a four-way stop. When entering
a roundabout, traffic laws concerning right-of-way still apply. You must
yield to other traffic that is already in
the roundabout. You will always enter
a roundabout to the right, and continue circling until you have reached
the roadway onto which you want to
turn. When reaching the desired road,
you will always exit to the right.
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SAFETY
GUIDELINES
This Section Covers
Entering the Car.................................................... 44
Safety Belts........................................................... 44
Safety Restraints for Children ............................ 44
Steering.................................................................. 44
Fog.......................................................................... 44
Hydroplaning......................................................... 44
Skidding................................................................. 45
Curves.................................................................... 45
Leaving the Roadway........................................... 45
Tire Blow-Out......................................................... 45
Traffic laws alone cannot regulate every type

of driving situation that may occur. There are
some general rules which drivers should understand and follow. Read this chapter with care.
Someday these safety tips might help you avoid
a crash, serious injury, or even death. These are
only general statements and cannot dictate your
actions in all situations. It is up to you to evaluate the situation and make a determination as
to the best course of action.
Entering the Car

Develop a routine for entering the car safely
and preparing for your trip. If you are parked
on the street, enter from the curb side of the
vehicle. If this is not possible, wait until your
entry can be made with reasonable safety and
without interfering with the flow of traffic;
Winter Driving........................................................ 45
Have your keys ready, and approach the vehicle facing traffic;
Carbon Monoxide.................................................. 46
Adjust your seat and mirrors;
Steering Locks...................................................... 46
Check passengers to be sure they are properly

seated and do not interfere with your view;
Following Too Closely........................................... 46

Speed and Stopping Distance............................. 46
Expressway Driving.............................................. 46
Entering Expressways.......................................... 46
Exiting Expressways............................................ 46
Use of Lanes on Expressways............................. 46
Gores.................................................................... 47
HOV Lanes............................................................ 47
Tips for Expressway Driving................................ 47
Other Highway Emergencies............................... 47
Before starting your ignition, fasten your

seat belt and make sure your passengers do
the same;
After starting your vehicle, check around
your vehicle for hazards or approaching traffic, including bicyclists and pedestrians, give
the proper signal and move cautiously into
the stream of traffic.
Safety Belts
Georgia law states that each occupant in the
front seat of a passenger vehicle traveling on
Georgia roads and highways must be secured
by a seat safety belt (lap and shoulder). All occupants of any passenger vehicle must utilize
a seat safety belt if they are under the age of 18.
Safety belts are needed because they are the
most effective occupant protection in all types
of vehicle crashes. Using safety belts correctly
is a preventable health care habit that:
helps you keep control of the vehicle;
helps keep your head from striking the dash
or windshield;
helps keep people in the vehicle from hitting
each other;
helps spread the crash force across the stronger parts of the body;
helps protect you from injury;
helps keep you from being ejected from the
vehicle.
When used correctly, safety belts are effective
at helping reduce the risk of death or serious
injury. Georgia has a primary safety belt law,
meaning that officers may stop and cite violators
without observing another violation.
Safety Restraints for Children

Every driver transporting a child who is
under eight years of age, except in a taxicab or
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public transit vehicle, must properly restrain the

child in a child passenger restraining system appropriate for the childs height and weight. The
restraint system must comply with the United
States Department of Transportation Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (effective
January 1, 1983). Under limited circumstances,
a child under eight may be exempt from this
requirement. For further information, contact
the Governors Office of Highway Safety www.georgiahighwaysafety.org.
Steering
Good posture while driving is important
because it allows a better view of hazards and
more control of the vehicle. As a general rule,
when gripping the steering wheel, place your
left hand at the 9 oclock position and your right
hand at the 3 oclock position on the wheel. Some
manufacturers recommend placing your hands
at 8 oclock and 4 oclock positions when the
vehicle is equipped with air bags. Check your
owners manual or contact your vehicle manufacturer to determine which position is best for
your vehicle. Always keep both hands on the
wheel unless you are safely performing another
driving-related task, such as activating your
turn signal.
Fog
If possible, avoid driving in heavy fog. If you
must drive, follow these guidelines:
Reduce driving speed;
Reduce speed further when you see headlights or red tail lights. These indicate the
presence of another vehicle and, due to fog,
it may be more difficult to accurately judge
the distance between your vehicle and others;
Dim your headlights. Bright lights produce a
glare in heavy fog, actually making it more
difficult to see than when using regular
headlights;
Do not drive with parking or hazard lights on.
Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning occurs when there is standing
water on a roadway. At speeds up to 35 mph,
most tires will channel water away from the tire
similar to the way a windshield wiper cleans
the windshield. As your speed increases, tires
cannot channel the water as well, and your
tires may start to lose contact with the road
and ride over the water like a set of water skis.
In a standard passenger car, partial hydroplaning can begin at speeds as low as 35 mph. At
55 mph, the tires may lose all contact with the
road. If this occurs, there is no friction available to brake, accelerate, or steer. It is possible
for the vehicle to go into an unpredictable and
uncontrollable skid. If this occurs, take your
foot off of the accelerator, letting the car slow
down. To prevent hydroplaning, maintain good
tires with adequate water-channeling thread
on your vehicle. Most importantly, slow down
when there is water on the roadway.
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Skidding
A car skids when its tires lose their grip on
the road surface. When a car skids, both the
power that the engine sends to the wheels and
the braking ability of the wheels are lost. Slick
surfaces can exaggerate normal movements.
If brakes are applied too hard, or the wheel is
turned too sharp, a skid can occur.
If you start to skid:
ease your foot off of the accelerator;
begin turning the steering wheel in the direction of the skid;
once you have regained control of the vehicle,
you can lightly apply brakes and steer in a
safe direction.
Take your foot off the accelerator;

Grip the steering wheel tightly and be prepared to withstand sudden shocks;
Dont hit the brake pedal suddenly and hard;
use your brakes carefully;
Dont try to turn back onto the pavement immediately. Overcompensating (jerking the
wheel) when returning to the roadway can
cause you to lose control of your vehicle by
skidding or flipping, or may also cause your
car to go into other lanes of traffic;
Wait until your speed has reduced, check
the traffic, and look for a place to safely return to the roadway by merging into traffic.
If necessary, come to a complete stop before
re-entering the roadway.
Tire Blow-Out
Remember, the first half-hour of rainfall is

the most dangerous because roadways become
extremely slippery when the water mixes with
oil and other chemicals on the road surfaces.
Unlike a slow leak which may cause a tire to

go flat over time, a blow-out occurs when the
tire ruptures and goes flat immediately. If this
occurs while your vehicle is in motion, it can
cause you to lose control.
If you experience a sudden tire blow-out, do
not panic. Follow these guidelines to maintain
control of the vehicle.
Apply brakes lightly if necessary and safe
to do so;
Curves
Curves in a roadway are potential sources of
hazard for drivers. Because of the maneuvering
involved, it is more likely that a less cautious
driver may fail to maintain their lane while
driving through a curve. When roadways are
slick because of rain or other hazards, curves
can be especially dangerous and require much
lower speeds than when the road is dry. Sharper
curves are usually marked with a safe milesper-hour sign. Usually less than the posted
speed limit, these advisory signs indicate that
the reduced speed shown will make driving
through a curve safer.
Reduce your speed before entering these
curves. If, while driving through the curve, you
realize that you are traveling too fast, do not
forcefully apply brakes because this may cause
your vehicle to skid. Instead, take your foot off
the accelerator, carefully apply the brake, and
continue steering in the lane of travel.
Leaving the Roadway

Uneven terrain and obstacles make it difficult
to safely maneuver a vehicle once it has left the
roadway. Serious injury or death can result from
a crash if this happens.
To avoid leaving the roadway while driving,
pay attention to road conditions. Drive at or below the speed indicated on a regulatory sign or
an advisory sign indicating potential hazards.
Drive defensively, being mindful of the actions
of drivers around you.
If your vehicle leaves the roadway, try to follow these guidelines:
Dont panic;
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Grasp the steering wheel firmly and take
your foot off the accelerator to allow the vehicle to roll to a stop;
Do not move to the shoulder of the road until
the car has slowed greatly. If the blow-out
causes the car to swerve on to the shoulder,
do not try to get back on the pavement. Let the
car coast to a stop. See the guidelines above
for what to do when your vehicle leaves the
roadway.
Winter Driving
Winter weather can create many driving
hazards. Because of the usually mild climate,
most Georgians are not experienced in driving
in winter weather. Here are several suggestions
to help you drive safely in winter weather:
Use chains or snow tires if road conditions
require extra traction. Always check the
manufacturers instruction manual for your
vehicle, the tires, and the chains before installing them on your vehicle and operating
on a roadway;
Keep windows clear. Remove snow and ice
from all window surfaces before operating
the vehicle on a roadway;
When you first enter the roadway, and if it
is safe to do so, get a feel for the road. Test
your brakes gently. Determine how your
vehicle will respond to turning the wheel
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Maintain a Safe Traveling Distance. Never tailgate.
You will not be able to see the road or traffic ahead.
Trucks make wide turns. Be prepared for trucks to take
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by making slight adjustments. Never apply

sudden braking. Instead, slow down gradually before you come to an intersection, make
a turn, or stop;
Keep a safe distance between you and other
vehicles;
Reduce speed according to conditions;
Watch for hazards or changing road conditions ahead.
Tips for Safe Winter Driving

Get your car serviced routinely.
Check your battery.
Check your cooling system.
Fill your windshield washer reservoir.
Check your windshield wipers and defrosters.
Verify floor mat installation to prevent pedal
interference.
Inspect your tires.
Check the age of your tires.
Know your car.
Plan your travel and route.
Stock your vehicle with necessary tools and
supplies.
Following Too Closely

A rear-end collision is caused by following
another vehicle too closely. When following
another vehicle on any street or highway, there
must be enough distance for you to safely stop
if the vehicle in front of you suddenly slows
down or stops. One way to determine if there is
enough distance between your vehicle and the
vehicle in front of you is to measure the amount
of time between when the vehicle in front of
you passes a reference point and when your
vehicle passes the same reference point. Watch
the car ahead of you. When it passes a reference
point, such as a telephone pole or street sign,
count one-thousand-one, one-thousand-two.
If you pass the same spot before you are through
counting, you are following too closely. During
inclement weather, during construction, during
heavy traffic, and always at night, the distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of
you should be even greater.
Speed and Stopping Distance

The distance it takes to stop your vehicle is
important in determining a safe driving speed.
The chart below may be used as a guide, but
actual stopping distance can depend on the
following factors in addition to vehicle speed:
Learn what to do in a winter emergency.
Carbon Monoxide
Cars produce carbon monoxide, a deadly
odorless and colorless gas. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are sudden weariness,
yawning, dizziness, and nausea. Simple precau
tions to avoid carbon monoxide are:
Dont leave the car motor running and the
windows closed while the car is parked;
Dont drive with a defective muffler or exhaust system.
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Mental and physical reaction of the driver;

Type and condition of the pavement;
Move a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning

to fresh air, contact emergency medical services,
and give artificial respiration if it is necessary
and you are trained to do so.
Kind of tires and tread composition;
Steering Locks
Wind direction and velocity.
Steering locks are anti-theft devices found in

most cars manufactured since 1969.
Steering locks can cause dangerous situations
for drivers who are not familiar with their operation. If a vehicles ignition is placed in the lock
position while the vehicle is in motion, the steering capability of the vehicle will be disabled, and
the driver will be unable to steer the vehicle.
Further information concerning steering
locks is available from the Automobile Safety
Foundation at www.carsafe.org.
An expressway differs from normal roads

or highways in that access to it is controlled.
Vehicles can only enter and exit the expressway
at specific places known as interchanges. Most
expressways in Georgia are free, but there are
a few that require a toll.
With the exception of the controlled enter/
exit points and HOV lanes, expressways are
similar to traveling on a divided highway. There
is a median separating traffic traveling in opposite directions; lanes are marked with dashed
lines, and the edge of the roadway is marked
with a solid line; slower traffic should keep to
the right; and all traffic laws and guidelines
associated with safe driving still apply.
Entering Expressways
Dont leave the car motor running in a garage;
Dont operate the heater or air conditioner in

a parked car with the windows closed;
Expressway Driving
Chassis (frame) design;

Type of brakes, condition, and balance of
brakes;
Speed is a leading factor in serious injury and
death as a result of traffic accidents. The greater
the speed, the greater the force of impact. The
illustration below conveys the relative force of
impact when you strike a fixed object.
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The entrance ramp is a short one-way road

that leads to the expressway. From the entrance
ramp, you should move into the acceleration
lane. This is the lane that runs alongside the
main roadway. In the acceleration lane, you
can adjust your speed to the speed of the expressway traffic. When safe to do so, you should
merge into traffic. Vehicles on the expressway
have the right of way, but courteous drivers will
permit you to move into the expressway traffic.
Exiting Expressways
Prepare to exit a controlled access highway

by safely moving to the right lane for an exit on
the right, or the left lane for an exit on the left.
Guide signs will tell you of the approaching exit.
At the exit, deceleration lanes are provided for
slowing down when leaving the expressway.
Posted exit speeds are usually low due to the
design of the roadway. Drivers should use either
brake lights or a turn signal to indicate a change
in speed to the drivers behind if slowing down
in the traveling lane when preparing to exit.
Use of Lanes on Expressways
Drivers operating vehicles on divided highways must drive to the right of the median unless directed to do otherwise by a sign, traffic
control device, or police officer. Drivers must
obey the yellow or white striping on the roadway
that indicates lanes, the convergence of lanes,
or areas in which vehicles should not operate.
Drivers may only access or exit controlled-access
roadways at designated entrances and exits.
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Gores
The term gore means the area of convergence between two lanes of traffic. The gore is
the area, usually similar to a triangle, formed
by solid white lines between an existing lane
of travel and a merging lane of travel. Gores
are most often seen at the convergence of an
acceleration lane and the adjacent travel lane
on a controlled access highway. The gore is the
area bounded by solid white lines between the
acceleration lane and the adjacent travel lane.
Drivers entering the controlled access highway
are prohibited by law from crossing this solid
white line, and are required to continue traveling in the acceleration lane until the solid white
line disappears.
OTHER HIGHWAY EMERGENCIES

Fire
Apply mud, dirt,
dust or snow.
Check ditch for
water.
Use hub cap to
carry water to wet
apparel.
Loosen dirt with
tire tool to throw
on fire.
Accelerator Jammed
Slap the pedal with
foot.
Shift to neutral.
Concentrate on
steering.
Use brakes.
Turn off ignition (not
to lock).
Brakes Fail
Shift to lower
gear.
Use parking
brakes.
Rub tire on the
curb.
Look for a safe
area to slow to a
stop.
Wet Brakes
Test brakes lightly
after driving
through deep
water. Brakes may
pull to one side
or may not hold
at all.
Dry brakes by
driving slowly in
low gear while
applying brakes
lightly.
HOV Lanes
High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes are

travel lanes that are restricted to vehicles with
more than one occupant, buses, motorcycles, and
vehicles with Alternative Fuel Vehicle license
plates. The lanes are marked with a diamond
symbol and the hours of restriction are posted.
The penalty for violating HOV lane restrictions is
a fine up to $75 for a first offense; up to $100 for a
second offense; up to $150 for a third offense; and
up to $150 plus one point added to the violators
driving record for a fourth or subsequent offense.
pass a car. Either stay far enough behind so

that the other driver can see you, or pass the
vehicle. This is especially true for driving
near large vehicles. Tractor-trailer combinations, also known as eighteen-wheelers, are
limited in their visibility because of their size;
Use turn signals. Be sure to activate your
right or left turn signal to indicate that you
are changing lanes BEFORE you begin the
maneuver;
HOV LANES
Double White Lines (No Entry)
Dashed White Line (You May Enter)
Tips For Expressway Driving
Plan your trip carefully. Mark the map to
indicate all entrances, service areas, and exits
you plan to use. Doing these things will help
you to have a safe, fast, and pleasant journey.
You can check the website www.511ga.org
for road construction, road closures, exit
numbers, and other information to help plan
your trip;
Check your car before you start. Because
expressways are designed for faster and
smoother flowing traffic, there are fewer
places to exit. It is important to check your
gasoline gauge and make sure you have
enough fuel. Also check the water, oil, and
tires of your vehicle;
Be alert. Use your rear view mirror and side
mirror to constantly check the traffic around
you. Always make visual traffic checks before
you change lanes;
Stay out of another drivers blind spot. Traveling in a position where the driver ahead of
you cannot observe your vehicle in the rear
view or side mirrors is a dangerous practice;
the driver might pull out in front of you to
Allow plenty of room when passing. Returning to your lane of travel before you have
passed another vehicle and provided enough
safe distance between the two can cause a
crash. Carefully check the left lane behind
you before pulling out to pass. Dont pull
back into the right-hand lane until you can
see the car that you just passed clearly in your
rear view mirror;
Always obey the posted maximum and
minimum speed limits. These laws exist to
regulate the flow of traffic and to create a safe
environment for all drivers;
In metro areas, expressways will usually
have a dramatically increased amount of
traffic during the hours that most drivers are
traveling to and from their places of employment. The number of cars on the expressway
during this time will lead to delays. During
this time, drivers should be particularly cautious. Driving defensively, allowing a safe
distance between vehicles, and obeying all
traffic control signs and devices can help ensure a safe commute;
Dont back up. Driving in reverse on an expressway is prohibited under any circumstances;
Stopping on the expressway is prohibited.
You will find rest areas and service signs at
frequent intervals; use them. Stopping on the
roadway shoulder is highly dangerous and
permitted only in an emergency. Switching
drivers, stretching, or retrieving an item from
the back of the vehicle is NOT considered
an emergency. If it is necessary to stop, raise
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the hood and activate your hazard lights to

indicate difficulty. Dont walk along the expressway in search of help;
Drowsiness and fatigue is a danger anytime
you drive, but is especially dangerous on long
trips along the expressway. Stop driving if you
feel drowsy. Dont rely on stimulant drugs
(also called Stay Awake Drugs). They are likely
to make your driving even more hazardous.
Expressway drivers are subject to highway
hypnosis, a condition of drowsiness or unawareness brought on by monotony, the sound
of the wind, the tires on the pavement, and
the steady hum of the engine. On long trips it
is a good idea to exercise your eyes to help
keep you alert. Keep shifting your eyes from
one area of the roadway to another and focus
on various objects, both near and far, left and
right. Conversation with other passengers and
lively radio programs may also help you remain more alert. Of course, always pay attention to the traffic around you and potentially
hazardous highway conditions;
Drive defensively. The key to defensive driving is awareness. You must keep your eyes
moving so that you can keep track of what
is happening around you at all times. Avoid
staring at the center line on the roadway. Instead, look ahead for trouble spots which may
endanger you or your passengers. A defensive
driver will also frequently check the rear view
and side mirrors to keep abreast of the traffic and road conditions to the rear and sides;
Never trust other drivers to do what you think
they are going to do or what you think they
should do in a particular situation. The fact
that a left turn signal is flashing does not necessarily mean that the driver is going to make
a left turn. You should constantly be thinking
of an escape route as you drive. For example,
if you are approaching a curve, you should be
looking closely at the shoulder and nearby
area to determine what you would do if a car
approaching from the other direction crosses
to your side of the road. After a little practice
this will become more instinctive.
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SHARING
THE ROAD
This Section Covers
Sharing the Road With Pedestrians.................... 48
Georgias Law Concerning Pedestrians............... 48
Crosswalks........................................................... 48
Respect Crosswalks............................................. 48
Blind Pedestrians................................................. 48
Always Remain Alert for
Pedestrians When Driving.................................... 48
Turning Right at a Red Traffic Signal................... 48
Passing Stopped Cars in Lanes of Travel............. 48
Exiting and Entering Driveways........................... 48
Vehicle Speed....................................................... 48
Sharing the Road With Bicycles.......................... 49
Important Reminders Concerning
Bicycle Riders....................................................... 49
Arm Signals Used by Bicyclists............................ 49
Sharing the Road With Motorcycles................... 49
Allow a Full Lane.................................................. 49
Road Conditions................................................... 49
Intersections........................................................ 49
Following Too Close............................................. 49
Passing and Being Passed................................... 49
Partners on the Road........................................... 49
Sharing the Road With School Buses................. 50
Sharing the Road With
Commercial Motor Vehicles................................. 50
painted lines. A crosswalk is the part of the pave- Passing Stopped Cars
ment for pedestrian traffic where the sidewalk in Lanes of Travel
would extend across the street. Crosswalks can
Use extreme caution when passing stopped
also exist mid-block if they are marked.
cars on multi-lane roads. A pedestrian you
cant see may be crossing in a marked or unmarked crosswalk. This is a frequent cause of
pedestrian-related accidents. When you stop at
a crosswalk on a multi-lane road, stop at least
10 feet before the crosswalk so a driver in the
next lane can see the pedestrian.
Respect Crosswalks
When pedestrians are in crosswalks, they

have the right of way over motor vehicles. Do
not block crosswalks. When stopping at red
lights or stop signs, always stop your vehicle
before the crosswalk so pedestrians can cross
safely.
Even at crosswalks without traffic signals,
drivers must stop and remain stopped for pedestrians in the crosswalk when the pedestrian
is upon the half of the roadway upon which
the vehicle is traveling. Half of the roadway
means all traffic lanes carrying traffic in one
direction of travel.
Exiting and Entering Driveways
When exiting or entering a driveway, alley,

or parking garage, drivers must stop before the
sidewalk area and proceed only after pedestrians have safely passed. Drivers waiting to turn
left into a driveway must wait not only for a gap
in oncoming traffic, but also for pedestrians
to finish crossing the sidewalk portion of the
driveway.
Vehicle Speed
Pedestrians are less protected from the harmful effects of a crash than occupants of motor
Pedestrians using guide dogs or white walk- vehicles. Consequently, pedestrians are more
ing canes must be given the right of way at all likely to be seriously injured or killed in the
Sharing the Road
times.
event of a collision at low speed than are ocWith Pedestrians
cupants of motor vehicles.
Always Remain Alert for
This chart illustrates the effect of speed upon
a pedestrian who is struck by a motor vehicle.
Pedestrians When Driving
Georgias Law Concerning
Look for pedestrians on both sides of the When a collision occurs between a motor vePedestrians
street when approaching intersections, when hicle and a pedestrian at 40 miles per hour, there
The driver of a vehicle shall stop and remain
turning, or near schools, parks, bus stops and is an 80% chance that the pedestrians injuries
stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the roadother places people are likely to walk. Look will be fatal.
way within a crosswalk:
behind your car for children or other pedes When the pedestrian is upon the half of the trians before backing up in driveways and
roadway on which the vehicle is traveling, or parking lots.
when the pedestrian is approaching and is
within one lane of the half of the roadway on Turning Right at a Red Traffic Signal
which the vehicle is traveling or onto which
Before turning right on red, drivers must
it is turning. Half of the roadway means come to a full and complete stop before the
all traffic lanes carrying traffic in one direc- crosswalk. Do not block the crosswalk when
tion of travel;
waiting to make a right turn at a red light. This
puts pedestrians at risk, forcing them to walk
When making a left or right turn at any inaround your vehicle. After looking to your left
tersection;
to find a gap in traffic, you must look to your
At stop signs, after coming to a complete stop passenger side to ensure a pedestrian is not
and before proceeding;
crossing in front of your vehicle.
Blind Pedestrians
At traffic signals, even when the light is green,

if pedestrians are still in the crosswalk;
When entering a street or highway from an
alley, driveway, or private road;
When approaching a blind person who is
crossing a street or highway if he/she is carrying a white cane or being guided by a dog.
Crosswalks
Crosswalks exist on all four corners of intersections even when they are not marked by
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Sharing the Road With Bicycles
SHARING THE ROAD WITH MOTORCYCLES
Georgias roads are growing more crowded.

Bicycle riding is an important type of transportation, particularly for traveling to work and to
school. Because bicyclists may be on any road
at any time, drivers must always be alert for
bicycle traffic.
Bike-car accidents often happen because
drivers do not see bicyclists soon enough. In
Georgia, as in other states, most accidents occur
during daylight hours on straight, dry roads,
typically near intersections or driveways.
Bicyclists are legally entitled to use every
road in Georgia except the interstate highways.
Although their slower pace may pose problems
for motorists occasionally, it is important for
drivers to respect the bicyclists right to be there.
Yield the right of way to the bicyclist in the same
way that you would yield to another motorist.
If possible, make eye contact with the bicyclist,
especially at intersections.
Road defects cause more problems for bicycles than for cars. When passing a bicycle
rider, leave the bicyclist plenty of room in case
he or she has to swerve to miss a pothole or
other danger in the road.
Todays motorcycle riders are friends, relatives, and neighbors, but many car drivers still have
not adjusted to motorcycles appearing in traffic. Traveling by motorcycle is appealing to some
people; they are fuel and space efficient and can be fun to ride. Motorcyclists have the same
rights and responsibilities as automobile drivers. While everyone must follow the same traffic
laws, motorcyclists face additional dangers because motorcycles require exceptional handling
ability and motorcyclists are more vulnerable to injury and death than car drivers if involved in
a crash. It is important to understand more about motorcycle operation.
Important Reminders
Concerning Bicycle Riders
Road Conditions
At intersections, wait until the bicyclist is

out of the intersection before making a turn;
When passing a bicyclist, slow down and
make sure the rider is aware of your presence.
Leave at least three feet between the bicycle
and your vehicle when it is safe to do so. If
there is not enough room to pass because of
other traffic, wait until conditions are safe
for passing;
Watch for bicyclists who may suddenly
swerve or turn in front of you without warning. Bicyclists sometimes forget to move to
the middle of the road to make a left turn
until they are at the turn;
Night time bicyclists will not always have
lights, and some may not even have reflectors.
If you meet an oncoming bicyclist, please dim
your lights to avoid blinding the bicyclist.
Arm Signals Used by Bicyclists
Bicyclists should use their arms to signal to

other motorists when they are going to make
a turn, and the direction of the turn or when
they are slowing or stopping. The signals used
by bicyclists are listed below:
Right turn - left arm bent up at the elbow

or right arm out;
Left turn - left arm out;
Slowing or stopping - left arm down.
From ahead or behind, a motorcycles outline, whether 2 or 3 wheels, is much smaller than a
passenger vehicles outline, and most drivers expect to see larger vehicles on the road and
are not looking for motorcycles. The small profile of the motorcycle may make it appear farther
away and traveling slower than it actually is. Drivers need to take a second look, and then a
third. Always make a visual check (mirrors, too) of blind spots before entering or leaving a lane
of traffic and at intersections. Be alert for a motorcyclist to appear unexpectedly.
Allow a Full Lane

Motorcycles are allowed the full width of a lane in which to maneuver. Although it may seem that
there is enough room in the traffic lane for a motor vehicle and a motorcycle, the motorcycle
needs the room to maneuver safely. Do not share the lane. Understand that motorcyclists may
adjust lane position for their own safety, not to be reckless or show off. Motorcyclists often
adjust position within a lane to be seen more easily or to minimize the effects of road debris,
passing vehicles, or other conditions. Often, this means riding in the left portion of the traffic
lane to allow a better view of some traffic and road situations. It also makes the motorcycle
more visible to other traffic. However, as traffic and road conditions change, the rider may
move. This move could be to the center of the lane or even to the right side to avoid traffic or
to be seen by others on the road.
Remember that road conditions which are minor annoyances to motorists can pose major
hazards to motorcyclists. Motorcycle riders may change speed or adjust position within a lane
suddenly in reaction to road and traffic conditions such as potholes, gravel, wet or slippery
surfaces, pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved pavement.
Intersections
Intersections are the most likely places for car/motorcycle collisions to occur. This usually is
the result of a car driver NOT SEEING the motorcycle and turning into the motorcycles path.
Misinterpreting a riders intentions can also lead to collisions. The rider will move to one side
of the lane in preparation for a turn or possibly to move away from a hazard unseen by other
motorists. Do not assume the riders intention until the maneuver is unmistakably started,
such as a turn into an intersection or driveway. Dont be fooled by a flashing turn signal on a
motorcycle motorcycle signals may not be self-canceling and motorcyclists sometimes forget
to turn them off. Wait to be sure the rider is going to turn before you proceed.
Following Too Close

Allow more following distance -- three or four seconds when following a motorcycle so the
motorcycle rider has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency. Space between the
two vehicles should be increased to avoid sudden braking. In dry conditions, motorcycles can
stop more quickly than cars. Both riders and drivers are more likely to make incorrect decisions
if there is not enough stopping distance or ability to see and react to conditions. This leads to
crashes. A riders chance of injury is greater if forced to avoid obstacles ahead, as well as a
driver following too closely.
Passing and Being Passed

The rules for passing other vehicles are similar for motorcycles. The motorist being overtaken
by a motorcycle should maintain lane position and speed. Allow the motorcyclist to complete
the pass and assume proper lane position as quickly as possible. When passing a motorcycle,
allow a full lane to the motorcycle. Never crowd into the same lane as the motorcycle. Returning
to the original lane too soon can force a rider to swerve to the right into traffic or off the road.
Partners on the Road

What all this means is, motorcycles are full partners in the traffic mix and must be treated with
the same courtesies. Watch for the unexpected and give them their share of the road; a rider
may be the neighbor next door.
This section is designed to encourage drivers of all other kinds of
vehicles and motorcyclists to share the road with each other and is
provided through the courtesy of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation
and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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School Buses

Commercial Motor Vehicles
In most cases, all drivers are required to

stop when approaching or meeting a stopped
school bus that has its lights flashing and is
loading or unloading passengers. The exception
to this rule is when highways are separated in
the center by median strips. In this situation,
only vehicles following or traveling alongside
a school bus in the same direction must stop.
A warning will be given in advance by the
flashing red or amber lights on the front and
rear of the bus. After stopping, you must remain
stopped until the bus resumes motion or deactivates its warning signals AND all loading or
unloading passengers have cleared the roadway.
Commercial motor vehicles are vital to the

economy of Georgia and the United States. Most
of the products used in every day life were
delivered to stores by commercial motor vehicles. Drivers of commercial motor vehicles are
trained, specially licensed driving professionals.
Sharing the road with commercial motor vehicles is a necessary part of travel. Heavy trucks
typically weigh 80,000 pounds or more, and drivers should use caution when driving near them.
Everyone should be aware of the differences between trucks and cars and behave ac
cordingly. These include:
A fully loaded tractor-trailer, traveling 55 mph,
needs 3 times the distance a car needs to stop;
Large trucks are more difficult to maneuver,
are longer and heavier, and require much
more room to turn;
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Mandatory court appearance;
Up to 6 points on driving record;
Up to $1000 fine;
A conviction under 21 years of age

constitutes license suspension.
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Large trucks have larger blind spots, called

No-Zones.
The No-Zone represents the danger areas
around trucks and buses where crashes are
more likely to occur. Some No-Zones are actual
blind spots or areas around trucks and buses
where your car disappears from the view of
the drivers. These blind spots are the Side NoZone, Rear No-Zone, and Front No-Zone areas.
Side No-Zones - Trucks and buses have big

No-Zones (blind spots) on both sides. They
are much larger than a cars blind spots. If
you cannot see the drivers face in the sideview mirror, the driver cannot see you. The
right side No-Zone is particularly dangerous
because truck and bus drivers must make
wide right turns.
Rear No-Zones - Unlike cars, trucks and
buses have huge No-Zones directly behind
them. Trucks and buses have no rear view
mirror. The truck or bus driver cannot see
your car there and you cannot see what is going on ahead of the truck or bus. It is critical
to keep a safe distance behind a truck or bus
in case the driver slows or stops suddenly.
Front No-Zones - Trucks and buses require
more room and time to stop than cars. Because of this, more space should be given in
front of trucks and buses. It is not safe to cut
in front of a truck and then slow down. To
avoid the Front No-Zone, make sure that you
can see the entire front of the truck or bus
in your rear-view mirror before you merge
or pull into that lane of traffic.
THE GEORGIA TACT PROJECT

Targeting Aggressive Cars & Trucks
Law Enforcement officers are stopping people who drive unsafe around commercial motor
vehicles, whether they are driving a car or commercial motor vehicle.
What to do to avoid getting a ticket:
Dont cut off commercial motor vehicles. Dont speed. Speed is a factor in nearly
one-third of all fatal crashes;
For safety, one car length for every 10
miles per hour of speed is recommended;
Allow commercial motor vehicles plenty
of room. Be careful when you or the
Dont tailgate. Unlike cars, commercial
commercial motor vehicle are entering a
motor vehicles have big blind spots
highway or merging with traffic.
behind them. Also, car drivers who
tailgate commercial motor vehicles cant
see traffic ahead. If the commercial motor
vehicle brakes suddenly, you have no
time to react and no place to go;
DONT GET A TICKET
In the illustration on the previous page, the

commercial motor vehicles blind spots, or No
Zones, are highlighted in blue. These are areas
to avoid when sharing the road with a truck
or bus.
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10
LOSING YOUR
DRIVING PRIVILEGES
This Section Covers

Types of Withdrawals........................................... 52
Reporting Convictions.......................................... 52
Types of Suspensions........................................... 52
Implied Consent.................................................... 53
The Points System ............................................... 54
Points Reduction.................................................. 54
Points Avoidance.................................................. 54
Safety Responsibility Law................................... 54
Mandatory Revocations....................................... 54
Limited Driving Permits....................................... 54
Commercial Driving Disqualifications................ 55
Major Traffic Violations........................................ 55
Serious Traffic Violations..................................... 55
Other Violations..................................................... 55
The State of Georgia considers dangerous and

negligent drivers to be a direct and immediate
threat to the welfare and safety of the general
public, and it is in the best interest of the citizens
of Georgia to immediately remove such drivers
from the highways of this state. Therefore, the
Department of Driver Services is authorized
to withdraw the license or driving privileges
when evidence is obtained that the licensee is
a habitually dangerous or negligent driver of
a motor vehicle (from Georgia law 40-5-57)
Types of Withdrawals
The drivers license of any individual, the eligibility to obtain a drivers license, or the ability
to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of
Georgia may be impacted by one or more of the
following actions:
Cancellation
The Department of Driver Services is authorized to cancel a license if the applicant fails to
give the required or correct information needed
at the time application is made, or if the individual becomes otherwise ineligible after application has been made. A resident may reapply
for a license once the requirements have been
satisfied and the resident is otherwise eligible.
Revocation
If a license is revoked, all driving privileges

are terminated and withdrawn until the end
of the period of time prescribed by the formal
action of the Department. At the end of the revocation period, a resident may apply for a new
license. Non-residents may apply for reinstatement of driving privileges.
Suspension
If a license is suspended, all driving privileges are temporarily withdrawn for a specific
period of time or until reinstatement require-
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ments have been completed. At the end of the

withdrawal period, a resident may apply for
reinstatement and return of the license or the
eligibility to obtain a license. Non-residents may
apply for reinstatement of driving privileges.
Disqualification of Commercial
Drivers License
If a commercial drivers license is disqualified, all privileges to operate a commercial motor vehicle are withdrawn for a specific period of
time. At the end of the disqualification period,
if a licensee holds a CDL license that is not expired, the licensees commercial privileges will
be automatically restored without any action
required, provided that the licensee is otherwise
eligible to still maintain a commercial drivers
license. If the licensee does not hold a CDL at
the expiration of the disqualification period,
the licensees ability to apply for a CDL will
be restored.
A disqualification of commercial driving
privileges does not, by itself, result in the suspension or revocation of a licensees privileges
to operate a NON-commercial motor vehicle.
However, many offenses that result in a commercial disqualification also result in a noncommercial suspension, though the periods of
withdrawal may differ. In Georgia, it is possible
to lose commercial driving privileges for LIFE
upon the conviction of certain offenses. More
information related to the commercial drivers
license program is available on our website at
www.dds.ga.gov.
Reporting Convictions
Georgia courts are required by law to report
the conviction of any offense that will result
in a negative impact on a licensees driving
privilege or that is otherwise required to be
posted to the permanent driving history of an
individual. This includes most traffic-related
offenses as well as certain non-traffic related
offenses (including alcohol and controlled substance violations).
When the DDS receives a conviction for a
Georgia license holder, the record is updated to
reflect the conviction. If a conviction is received
for an individual who holds a license from another state or is the resident of another state,
the conviction information will be forwarded
to the licensing authority of that state. If a nonresident, or a resident of Georgia who does not
have a drivers license, is convicted of certain offenses, the eligibility to obtain a Georgia drivers
license and/or driving privileges in Georgia
will be suspended.
Convictions reported to the Georgia DDS by
licensing authorities or courts in other states and
nations will be placed on the driving record of
a Georgia licensee or resident. The Department
will treat such convictions as if they had occurred in this state for the purpose of imposing
license withdrawals.
Types of Suspensions
The Department will suspend the driving
privileges of an individual in any of the following non-conviction situations:
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Refusal to take a chemical test for intoxication;

Failure to appear in court or respond to a
citation;
Non-payment of Child Support;
Non-payment of the Super Speeder fee;
Safety responsibility;
Medical revocation;
School attendance (under age 18);
Parent requested revocation (under age 18).
The Department is required by law to suspend the privileges of an individual for a conviction of any of the following offenses:
Homicide by vehicle;
Feticide by Vehicle (1st degree);
Serious injury by vehicle;
Driving under the influence of alcohol or
drugs;
Any felony in the commission of which a
motor vehicle is used;
Fraudulent or fictitious use of, or application
for, a license/ID card;
Racing;
Failure to Pay for Gasoline;
Operating a motor vehicle with a revoked,
canceled, or suspended registration;
Felony forgery related to an identification
document;
Driving without insurance;
Driving while license is suspended, revoked,
or canceled;
Any violation of the Georgia Controlled Substance Act;
Refusal to weigh commercial motor vehicle;
Violation of license restriction (at the discretion of the trial court).
In addition to the offenses listed above, the license and/or driving privileges of an individual
under the age of 21 on the date of the conviction
will be suspended for the following offenses:
Reckless driving;
Aggressive driving;
Purchasing an alcoholic beverage;
Attempting to purchase an alcoholic beverage;
Underage possession of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle;
Misrepresenting age for the purpose of illegally obtaining any alcoholic beverage;
Misrepresenting identity or using false identification for the purpose of purchasing or
obtaining an alcoholic beverage;
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Speeding 24 mph or more over the speed
limit;
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Violation Resulting in Conviction
Points
Reckless Driving
Unlawful Passing School Bus
Improper passing on a hill or a curve;
Improper Passing on Hill or Curve
Any 4-point offense;
Impeding Traffic
Four or more points in 12 months prior to

age 18;
Speeding 15-18 mph over the posted speed limit
School attendance or conduct violations (under age 18).
Speeding 34 mph or more over the posted speed limit
Implied Consent
Disobedience of Any Traffic-Control Device or Traffic Officer
Georgias Implied Consent law requires you

to submit to state administered chemical tests
of your blood, breath, urine, or other bodily
substances at the request of a law enforcement
officer for the purpose of determining if you
are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If
you refuse this testing, your Georgia drivers
license or privilege to drive on the highways
of this state will be suspended for a minimum
period of one year during which time no limited
permit is available. Your refusal to submit to the
required testing may be offered into evidence
against you in a court of law.
If you submit to testing and the test results
indicate a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at
or above the legal limit, your Georgia drivers
license or privilege to drive on the highways
of this state may be suspended for a minimum
period of one year. After first submitting to
Possessing an Open Container of an Alcoholic Beverage While Driving
Failure to Adequately Secure a Load
All Other Moving Violations
Unlawful passing of a school bus;
Child Restraint 1 Offense
Child Restraint 2nd and Subsequent Offense
Aggressive Driving
st
HOV Lane Violation 4th and Subsequent Offense
Violation of usage of wireless telecommunications device requirements
Operating a vehicle while text messaging
the required state tests, you are entitled to additional chemical tests of your blood, breath,
urine, or other bodily substances at your own
expense and from qualified personnel of your
own choosing.
The legal limit for BAC varies depending on

the circumstances:
Driver operating a non-commercial motor
vehicle, age 21 or over - .08 or higher;
Save a life. Dont Drive HoMe buzzeD.

BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING.
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Driver operating a commercial motor vehicle

- .04 or higher;
Driver under age 21 - .02 or higher.
The Points System

The Department is required by law to suspend the Georgia license of an individual for an
accumulation of points resulting from certain
convictions. Points are assessed against Georgia
residents for out-of-state violations which would
be assessed points if committed within Georgia.
Georgia licenses will be suspended as follows:
For any person who accumulates 15 or more
points within 24 months;
For any person under the age of 21 with a
conviction for any 4-point violation;
For any person under 18 years of age with
an accumulation of 4 points within twelve
months.
Points are accumulated on a persons driving
record as a result of certain convictions. The
adjacent chart lists these convictions and the
number of points associated with each. The date
the violation occurred is used as the basis for
determining the 24-month period (or 12-month
period for persons under age 18). When a license
is suspended due to an accumulation of points,
the point total is restored to zero.
In the case of a person age 18 up to 21, the
suspension of the license for a single 4-point
offense is determined by the date the conviction occurred. A plea of nolo contendere is considered a conviction for purposes of imposing
suspensions that apply to persons under age 21.
Points Reduction
Licensed Georgia residents may request that

DDS reduce the number of points assessed
against their Georgia drivers license up to 7
points once every 5 years.
To qualify for a points reduction, you must
successfully complete a certified 6-hour driver
improvement (defensive driving) course and
present the original certificate of completion
to the DDS by mail or in person at one of our
Customer Service Centers.
If you request a points reduction by mail,
please mail the original driver improvement
(defensive driving) certificate of completion
to the Georgia Department of Driver Services,
P.O. Box 80447, Conyers, Georgia 30013. A list of
certified driver improvement (defensive driving) courses can be found at the following link:
www.dds.ga.gov/DUI/SchoolMatrix.aspx.
Points Avoidance
A defendant may successfully complete a

certified 6-hour driver improvement (defensive
driving) course after the issuance of a citation
for a moving violation and prior to the court
appearance, or as ordered by the court. When
the original certificate of completion is presented to the court, the court shall reduce the
fine assessed by 20 percent and no points shall
be assessed against the driver. This plea may
be accepted by the court once every five years.
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Safety Responsibility Law
Limited Driving Permits
The purpose of this law is to remove irresponsible drivers from Georgia highways and
to protect insured motorists from uninsured
motorists. In the event you should fail to satisfy a claim for damage resulting from a motor
vehicle accident, and a claim is filed against
you under the Safety Responsibility Law, you
will receive an order suspending your license.
To avoid the suspension, you may:
In some situations, a limited driving permit

may be available for a fee of $25 during the suspension period. A limited driving permit would
allow you to only:
Have your insurance carrier file Form SR-21

with the DDS if you were covered by liability
insurance at the time of the accident; or
File either a general or a conditional release
that has been signed by the claimant (injured
party in the accident) with the DDS; or
Post security to cover the damages with the
DDS, which may be a cashiers check, certified check, money order, real property bond
or surety bond, in addition to posting of financial responsibility, Form SR-22A.
Any security or bond posted with the Department will be held for one year and thereafter until proof is furnished to the Department that you
have not been sued as a result of the accident.
You are entitled to a hearing, if desired, and if
requested within ten (10) days of the issue date
of the order of suspension.
Mandatory Revocations
Your drivers license will be revoked in Georgia if any of the following occur:
You are declared a Habitual Violator based
upon the third conviction of any combination
of these offenses within 5 years:
Driving under the Influence (DUI);
Feticide by vehicle;
Serious injury by vehicle;
Racing;
Using a motor vehicle in fleeing or attempting to elude an officer;
Fraudulent or fictitious use of, or application for, a license/ID card;
Operating a motor vehicle with a suspended, canceled, or revoked registration;
motor vehicle is used; or
document.
Refusal to submit to a re-examination of driving skills or knowledge of driving rules after
receiving notice giving reasonable grounds
for such a request;
If there is sufficient evidence that you are
incompetent or unfit to drive, due to incapacities by reason of disease, mental or physical
disability, or by alcohol or drug addiction.
If you are declared a Habitual Violator, you
may be eligible for a Probationary License after
serving two years of the revocation period.
Drive to your place of employment;

Receive scheduled medical attention or obtain prescribed drugs;
Attend classes at a college or school in which
you are enrolled as a student;
Attend regularly scheduled sessions or meetings of support organizations for the treatment of alcohol or other drugs;
Attend a driver education program or alcohol/drug assessment and treatment program;
Attend court, report to a probation office or
officer, or perform community service;
Transport unlicensed immediate family
members to work, medical care and to obtain
prescriptions, and to school.
An Ignition Interlock limited driving permit
shall allow the permit holder to drive only for
the following purposes:
drive to your place of employment;
attend classes at a college or school in which
you are enrolled as a student;
attend regularly scheduled sessions or meetings of treatment support organizations for
alcohol or drug addiction or abuse problems;
and
monthly monitoring visits with the ignition
interlock provider.
The Department may also specify the places you may travel to, specific routes of travel,
times of travel, and indicate vehicles, or other
restrictions deemed necessary. Limited driving
permits are not valid for driving a commercial
vehicle.
A limited driving permit will be revoked by
the Department if you are convicted of violating
any state law or local ordinance relating to the
movement of vehicles or if you are convicted
of violating any of the conditions or restrictions of your permit. In addition, a conviction
will extend the underlying suspension of your
driving privilege for an additional 6 months.
Limited driving permits are not available for
convictions of the following offenses or in the
following situations:
Implied Consent refusal;
No Insurance convictions;
Driving while license suspended convictions;
Drug convictions;
Failure to pay super speeder fee;
Failure to pay child support;
Failure to appear in court or respond to a
citation;
Medical revocation;
Safety responsibility;
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Parent requested revocation;
Conviction of a Major traffic violation;
Alcohol-related offenses under 21 years of age;
Conviction of two or more Serious traffic

violations;
DUI or drug convictions prior to the age of

16; and
Refusal to weigh (CMV).
A limited driving permit may be available in
the following situations, depending on your age
and the number of convictions on your driving
record:
1st DUI conviction in five years (age 21 or
over);
2nd DUI conviction in 5 years;
DUI ALS (age 21 or over);
Under 21 speeding violation but only if age
18 or older, speeding was 24-33 mph over the
posted speed limit, and if approved by the
trial court judge;
1st or 2nd suspension for accumulation of
15 or more points within a 24 month period;
School attendance or conduct violations;
3rd controlled substance violation after a 2
year suspension and age 21 or over;
Homicide by vehicle 2nd Degree (age 21 or
over);
motor vehicle is used (age 21 or over);
to elude an officer (age 21 or over);
for, a license/ID card (age 21 or over);
Hit and run or leaving the scene of an accident (age 21 or over);
Racing (age 21 or over);
canceled, or suspended registration (age 21
or over);
document. (age 21 or over); and
If approved by a Court involving license suspensions for certain drug offenses.
In all cases, the Department will make
the final determination of eligibility for a
limited driving permit. Please contact DDS
at 678-413-8400 for further information.
Commercial Driving
Disqualifications
When commercial driving privileges are disqualified, the licensee is prohibited from operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV). Commercial driving privileges can be disqualified
even if you do not have a commercial drivers
license (CDL). If you do not have a CDL, but your
commercial driving privileges are disqualified,
you will not be eligible to obtain a CDL during
the period of the disqualification.
The commercial driving privileges can be
withdrawn for:
Use of a CMV in the commission of any felony involving a controlled substance or marijuana (other than mere felony possession);
Violation of an out-of-service order; or
Conviction of a railroad grade crossing offense in a CMV.
Major Traffic Violations
The commercial driving privileges of any

person convicted of one of the following major
traffic violations in this state, or any other state,
in a commercial or, unless otherwise specified,
a noncommercial vehicle will be disqualified
for one year:
Driving a CMV if your BAC is .04 gm. or
higher;
DUI;
Failure to report striking an unattended
vehicle;
Failure to report striking a fixed object;
Failure to report an accident;
motor vehicle is used;
Driving a CMV while the CDL is revoked,
suspended, canceled, or disqualified;
Racing;
violation (provided that the various convictions

arose from separate incidents).
The following violations are defined as serious traffic violations when committed in this
state, or any other state, when operating either a
CMV or, unless otherwise specified, a noncommercial motor vehicle:
Speeding 15 or more miles per hour above
the posted speed limit;
Reckless driving;
Following another vehicle too closely;
Improper or erratic lane change, including
failure to signal a lane change;
A violation of state law or a local ordinance
relating to motor vehicle traffic control arising in connection with a fatal crash, excluding
parking, weight, length, height, and vehicle
defect violations, and excluding homicide
by vehicle;
A railroad grade crossing violation in a noncommercial motor vehicle;
Driving a commercial motor vehicle without
obtaining a commercial drivers license;
a commercial drivers license in your immediate possession, but not if it is because your
commercial driving privileges have been suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified;
a commercial drivers license of the proper
class and endorsements for the specific vehicle you are operating or for the passengers
or type of cargo you are transporting;
Use of a wireless device for text based communications while operating a commercial
motor vehicle.

for, a license/ID card;
Other Violations

canceled, or suspended registration;
A felony conviction involving the manufacturing, distribution, trafficking or possession

of a controlled substance or marijuana using a
CMV (other than mere felony possession) will
result in a lifetime disqualification of commercial driving privileges.
Violation of an out-of-service order will result
in a disqualification of:
Commercial vehicle cargo theft; or

Refusal to submit to state administered
chemical testing when requested by a law
enforcement officer.
If convicted of any of these offenses while
you are operating a CMV that is placarded for
hazardous materials, you will be disqualified
from driving a CMV for at least three years for
a first offense.
A second conviction from a separate incident
of any of these major traffic violations will result in a lifetime disqualification of commercial
driving privileges.
Serious Traffic Violations
Your commercial driving privileges will be

disqualified for a period of 60 days upon a second conviction in three years for a serious traffic
violation (provided that the two convictions
arose from separate incidents). Your commercial driving privileges will be disqualified for a
period of 120 days upon a third or subsequent
conviction in three years for a serious traffic
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not less than 180 days and not more than one
year for a 1st offense;
not less than 2 years and not more than 5
years for a 2nd offense; and
not less than 3 years and not more than 5
years for a 3rd or subsequent incidents.
An additional disqualification period will
apply when an out-of-service order is violated
while transporting hazardous materials or
transporting more than 15 passengers.
Conviction of any railroad grade crossing
offense while operating a CMV will also result
in a disqualification of 60 days for a 1st offense
up to 1 year for a third or subsequent violation
within a 3 year period.
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11
ACCIDENTS
Stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not assume that a person is not injured

simply because that person says he/she is not.
Send for professional help as soon as possible.
Unskilled handling can cause further and more
severe injuries. Do not move or lift the victim
unless it is absolutely necessary. If the victim
is moved, get help and try to maintain the victim in the position in which they were found.
Stop serious bleeding with thick cloth pads,
as clean as possible, applied with pressure by
hand. Keep the victim warm. Cover the victim
with blankets or coats, if necessary.
Georgia has a Good Samaritan Law. This
law holds any person harmless for civil damages arising as a result of any act or omission
in rendering emergency care.
Notify the nearest law enforcement agency

immediately if anyone is injured or killed, or
if property damage exceeds $500.00;
Moving Vehicles
Following a Collision
This Section Covers

If You Are Involved In An Accident...................... 56
Aiding the Injured................................................. 56
Moving Vehicles Following a Collision............... 56
Deer-Automobile Collisions................................ 56
If You Are Involved

In An Accident
Provide reasonable assistance to any person

injured;
Warn approaching motorists if you can do
so without jeopardizing your own safety or
that of others. Activate your hazard lights, if
possible, and use reflective triangles, when
available;
Give your name, address, license plate number, and drivers license number to anyone
else who was involved in the accident. Get
the same information from the other driver;
If you damage an unattended vehicle, you
must either locate the owner or leave your
name, address, and the name of the owner
of the vehicle you were driving, in a con
spicuous place where the owner will find it.
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Aiding the Injured
When a traffic accident occurs on a multilane

highway or expressway, and if there is no apparent serious injury or death, it is the duty of the
drivers of the vehicles involved to move their
vehicles from the roadway to a safe location
along the shoulder, emergency lane, median, or
any other safe refuge. Drivers should only do
this if the vehicles are capable of being driven
normally and successfully, and driving the vehicles will not present any further hazard or
harm to the vehicles themselves, to the driver,
to persons nearby, or to the roadway.
If the persons involved in the accident are incapable of moving the vehicles, they are authorized to request any other driver in the vicinity
who has a valid license of the appropriate class
to move their vehicles, and the other driver is
authorized to comply.
Drivers who take these important steps will
not be considered at fault simply because they
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moved the vehicles, nor does moving the vehicles affect their ability to file a written report
with a local police agency. Moving a vehicle
in this situation does not allow for the driver
to be accused of failing to stop and provide
information.
Deer Automobile Collisions

Each year, deer cause thousands of collisions
in Georgia. Understanding common habits of
deer and knowing what to do when a deer runs
out in front of the car can help to avoid serious
accidents. Automobile collision statistics from
the Georgia Department of Transportation indicate that though deer-automobile collisions
are on the rise, they still account for less than
three percent of automobile collisions reported
each year.
It is important to remember that deer are wild
animals and their actions are unpredictable. The
deer you see calmly standing on the side of the
road may bolt toward the road rather than away
from it if startled by a car.
Follow these guidelines to minimize the
chances of a collision with a deer:
In areas with known deer populations, drivers should constantly scan the road and road
shoulders for deer movements and sightings;
Always slow down when a deer crosses the
road in front of you or another car. Deer usually travel in groups and it is likely that there
is another one following closely behind;
If a deer is spotted on the road or roadside at
night, the driver should slow down immedi
ately, blink his/her headlights and switch to
low beam so as not to blind the deer;
Also, short horn blasts may help scare the
deer from the road.
Should the deer or other animal run out in
front of your car, slow down as much as pos
sible to minimize the damage of a collision.
Never swerve to avoid a deer. This action may
cause you to strike another vehicle or leave the
roadway, causing more damage or serious injuries. If you do have an accident, police should
be alerted as soon as possible. Most insurance
companies will require an accident report from
the police before paying claims for this type
of accident.
Deer are usually seen along the roadside
during the early morning hours and late eve
ning. Drivers should be alert for deer during
these peak hours. Deer are most active in the fall
months of October, November and December
during the peak breeding season. Late February and early March are also critical months
for deer-car collisions. During this period they
concentrate along road shoulders to feed on new
green food available following winter. However,
deer are often spotted at midday during summer
months. Therefore, it is important for drivers to
remain cautious when traveling on rural roads
or areas known to have a high deer population.
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