

In order to be eligible for a Points Reduction, you must complete a certified Defensive Driving course then bring the original certificate of completion to a DDS Customer Service Center. In accordance with rule O.C.G.A §40-5-86, you can reduce up to 7 points on your Georgia Driver’s license once every 5 years. How Can I Reduce Points on my Georgia Driver’s License? Six (6) points if 34 mph over the speed limit or more.Four (4) points if 24 to 33 mph over the speed limit.Three (3) points if 19 to 23 mph over the speed limit.Two (2) points if 15 to 18 mph over the speed limit.For violation of the Child Safety Restraint, one (1) point for 1st offense and two (2) points for 2nd or subsequent offense.One (1) point for using any wireless telecommunication devices and text messaging while driving for the improper use of a designated travel lane (4th and subsequent offense), and for all other moving violations.Two (2) points for failure to adequately secure load resulting in an accident (except if the load include fresh farm produce), and for possessing an open container of any alcoholic beverage while driving.Three (3) points for failure to obey a traffic-control device and for failure to obey a police officer.


The DDS lists the point amounts associated with various violations. Points will be dropped off the record after the prescribed amount of time has passed. Once you accumulate 15 points on your record, your license will be suspended. Speeding 34 mph or more above the speed limit results in 6 points posted to your driving record. For example, speeding between 15-18 mph above the speed limit results in two points against your license. Points are added in accordance with specific violations. Check out our Georgia online traffic school reviews hereĭriving records contain violation points.You will be required to fill out this form and present your identification along with the appropriate fee. The Georgia DDS accepts the following forms for payment: personal check, money order, cashier’s check, cash, and major credit cards (Visa and Mastercard).īoth certified and non-certified driving records can also be obtained in person by visiting a local DDS office. Records may be viewed for one month from the date of purchase online. Drivers can obtain their non-certified driving record via the internet.
