Contents
Revised October 2022
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.)
Messages
Governor Brian P. Kemp
“I wish you safe passage and encourage you to exercise good judgment, follow driving laws, and prioritize safety for yourself, fellow motorists, and passengers.”
Brian P. Kemp
Governor
Commissioner Spencer R. Moore
“Operating a vehicle is a tremendous responsibility, and we want you to be fully prepared to meet the challenges! Please take this information seriously. By obeying all traffic laws and never driving distracted, we can ensure that our roads are safer for drivers and passengers alike.”
Spencer R. Moore
Commissioner
Our Mission
To provide secure driver and identity credentials to our customers with excellence and respect.
Our Core Values
- Trusted Service
- Ethical Actions
- Accountable to All
- Motivated to Excellence
Our Hashtags
#LetsTransform
#ExceedExpectations
#EveryCustomer
#EveryTime
DDS Board of Directors
- David W. Connell – Chair
- Jeff Markey – Vice Chair
- Britt Fleck – Secretary
- Rachel Little – Member
- Bob Pierce – Member
- Kat Satterfield – Member
- Tony Guisasola – Member
- Christie Moore – Member
- Frank Reynolds – Member
The Department of Driver Services (DDS) Board of Directors would like to remind teens that driving in Georgia is a privilege that carries many responsibilities. Please strive to become a safe, sober, and dependable driver to ensure that this privilege will not be lost.
This manual has two main purposes:
- to inform the young people of this state of the dangers involved in consuming alcohol or drugs in connection with the operation of a motor vehicle; and
- to emphasize the importance of highway safety and crash prevention.
Title VI Policy Statement
The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) is committed to compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all related nondiscrimination authorities. DDS assures that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, low-income, and Limited English Proficiency (LEP), be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity. DDS further assures that every effort will be made to ensure nondiscrimination in all its programs and activities, whether those programs and activities are federally funded. In addition, DDS will take reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to services for persons with Limited English Proficiency. Finally, DDS agrees to abide by the Title VI Program Assurances and to ensure that written agreements with any party for federally funded programs or services will include the applicable Title VI language as provided in the Title VI Program Assurances.
The DDS Title VI Program Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the Title VI Program and ensuring compliance with the requirements provided in 49 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R) Part 21 and 49 C.F.R. Part 303. The Title VI Program Coordinator and all Division Directors are authorized to effectively implement the Title VI Program on behalf of the Department.
Locations
DDS Customer Service Centers
DDS has 68 locations throughout the state. For complete information including driving directions, please visit Find a Customer Service Center on the DDS website.
DDS 2 GO Mobile App & DDS Online Services
Be certain to take advantage of DDS Online Services and the free mobile app DDS 2 GO to avoid an unnecessary trip to a Customer Service Center.
DDS Online Services and DDS 2 GO enable thousands of Georgia drivers to conduct many transactions via the DDS website 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 and DDS 2 GO is free to download. A $5.00 discount may apply for eligible license types that are renewed without visiting in person.
For more information visit the DDS website and like DDS on Facebook!
DDS 2 Go
DDS 2 Go Long Description
Download our new free mobile app!
"It's like having a licensing office in your pocket!"
- Reinstatements
- Motor Vehicle Report
- Renewal
- Replacement
- Change of Address
- Custom Alerts
- Locations
- Pay fees
- And more!
Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Save Time! Use DDS Online Services at DDS.Georgia.Gov
Card Services
- Submit Proof of Residency and/or Social Security
- Address Change
- License/ID Renewal or Replacement
- Class D to Class C Upgrade
- CDL Self-Certification Medical Documents
- License Status
- Suspension or Reinstatement Information
Pay Fees
- Super Speeder
- License Reinstatement
- Pending Suspensions
Other Services
- Online For-Hire Endorsement Application
- Skip a Step! (Complete Form Online)
- Driving History (MVR)
- Motorcycle Safety Training Registration
- Make Road Test Appointment
- Reservation Status
Driving Ambition
Will my driving cost lives or save them?
Teen Laws and Responsibilities
Driving Ambition explains the new driving laws and looks at the results DUI, inexperienced and reckless driving have on society. Listen carefully tothe message of families and individuals whose lives have been shattered by motor vehicle crashes. Make a commitment to be a safe and responsible driver.
Watch online. A presentation of Children and Youth Coordinating Council, in association with Governor's Office of Highway Safety.