Recent Georgia DUI Law Changes
What changed, when it took effect, and who it affects.
July 1, 2024
CDL downgrade for drivers “prohibited” in the federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
DDS must remove commercial driving privileges from drivers with a “prohibited” Clearinghouse status, such as after a drug or alcohol violation. The CDL stays off until the driver finishes the return-to-duty process.
Official sources
- Georgia DDS — ALS Hearing Request (DDS-1206)
- Georgia DDS — Ignition Interlock Device Limited Permit Customer Information Sheet
- Georgia DDS — Driver’s Manual, Chapter 1 Continued
- Georgia DDS — DUI First Offense (21 and over) Reinstatement FAQ
- Georgia DDS — DUI Chart
- Georgia DDS — DUI FAQs
- Georgia DDS — Traffic Court Reference Manual 2021–2022
- Georgia DDS — Rule 375-3-3-.24 Reinstatement Procedures for DUI Suspensions
- Georgia DPS — Policy 11.05 DUI Enforcement
- Georgia DPS — Habitual Violators, Felony Suspended License, Felony DUI
- OSAH — What to Do After an Administrative License Suspension
- GBI — Georgia Criminal History Record Restrictions
- Georgia DDS — Rule 375-3-3-.10 Limited Driving Permits
- Georgia DDS — First DUI Alcohol/Drugs Conviction Permit Referral (DDS-1126)
- Georgia DDS — Risk Reduction (DUI) Regulated Program FAQs
- Georgia DBHDD — DUI Intervention Program
- Judicial Council of Georgia — Your Guide to Georgia’s Court System
- Georgia Courts — Municipal Court Frequently Asked Questions
- Georgia CACJ — DUI/Drug Court Standards
- Georgia DDS — Reinstatement Fees and Payment
- Georgia DDS — DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program
- Georgia DDS — Commercial
- Municipal Court of Atlanta — About
- Columbus Consolidated Government — Recorder’s Court
- Columbus Consolidated Government — Recorder’s Court FAQ
- Augusta-Richmond County — State Court Solicitor
- Chatham County Courts — About Recorder’s Court
- Chatham County Courts — About State Court
Educational information, not legal advice. Georgia law changes and every case is different. Confirm deadlines with Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) and talk to a licensed Georgia attorney about your situation.
Some details on this page are still being verified against official sources. Check the linked sources before relying on a specific number or deadline.
Last reviewed October 1, 2026.