Georgia
GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Georgia. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
Bicycle helmets required for all riders under 16.
Universal helmet law enacted 1969.
Choice of 5 or 10 years; veterans valid until 65 years old
60 and over: renewal every 5 years 64 and over: vision test required
Zero tolerance for some drugs
Illegal
Zero tolerance for THC and metabolites
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
65 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
65 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
Mandatory for repeat convictions
Yes
Yes
0.15
1 year
Yes
Under 8 yrs and 57" or shorter in rear seat if available
Over 57" tall 40 lbs or over in rear seat can use lap belt if lap/shoulder belt unavailable
18 years
15
12
40 (6); 0 with behind the wheel training
16
Midnight - 5 a.m. (secondary enforcement)
First 6 months: no passengers Second 6 months: no more than 1 passenger under 21 Thereafter: No more than 3 passengers (secondary enforcement)
Primary
8 and older
8-17 yrs: All 18 and over: Front
All drivers. Primary law.
Yes. Primary Law.
Yes. Primary Law.
No
Permitted by state law
School zones, one hour before and after instruction time
Permitted by state law
School zones, one hour before and after instruction time
Ford DSFL Teen Driving Grant Results: Georgia
Georgia AutoCoach App
The Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety recently partnered with the Shepherd Center, one of the nation's top rehabilitation hospitals, to develop AutoCoach, a driver's education app for parents.
Ford DSFL Teen Driving Grant Results: Georgia
Bicycle Helmet Laws: Georgia
Bike helmets required?
Bicycle helmets required for all riders under 16.
Motorcycle Helmet Laws: Georgia
Motorcycle Helmet Required?
Universal helmet law enacted 1969.
Mature Driver Laws: Georgia
Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
Choice of 5 or 10 years; veterans valid until 65 years old
Drug-Impaired Driving Laws: Georgia
DUID Zero Tolerance or Per se Laws for Some Drugs
Zero tolerance for some drugs.
Speed Limit Laws: Georgia
Rural Interstates: Cars (MPH)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state)
Alcohol Impaired Driving Laws: Georgia
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for repeat convictions