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GA SB473

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Randy Robertson

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires applicants seeking limited driving permits after certain DUI-related administrative suspensions to submit proof of completing a certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program

  • Credits completion of DUI Risk Reduction Programs toward license reinstatement requirements, preventing offenders from having to complete the same program multiple times

  • Increases the defensive driving course fee from $95 to $125 for court-ordered or department-required enrollees

  • Consolidates DUI Risk Reduction Program fees into a single $380 charge (previously $100 for assessment plus $235 for intervention) and reduces the state administrative fee from $30 to $15 per offender

  • Authorizes electronic submission of written consent for release of DUI program records and allows the Department of Behavioral Health to collect a $15 fee per offender assessed

  • Effective July 1, 2026, applying to offenses committed on or after that date

Legislative Description

Motor Vehicles and Traffic; submission of proof of completion of certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs by certain applicants to obtain limited driving permits; require

Last Action

Senate Tabled

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/9/2026

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