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The implementation of Georgia Digital Driver’s License and IDs for iOS smartphones has already proved successful for efficiency and security, but it also has an added benefit – it is more accessible for people with paralysis or limited hand function. It is an opportunity to bring an additional positive impact, offering newfound convenience, independence, and security for Georgians facing mobility challenges.

The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) is pleased to announce that the Digital Driver’s License and ID application has achieved a remarkable milestone, 150,000 users, since its launch on May 18th.  This marks a significant advancement in digital identity verification within the state.

32nd Annual Motorcycle and Scooter Ride to Work Day is Monday, June 19*
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If stopped by law enforcement, customers will be required to display their physical driver’s licenses (hard card or paper temporary).  Law enforcement officials do not accept Digital Driver’s Licenses at this time. 

Commissioner Spencer R. Moore announced that, starting this week, the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) will begin to offer residents the option to add a valid, Georgia-issued driver’s license and ID to their iPhone and Apple Watch. Once added, customers can securely present their digital driver’s license and ID using their iPhone or Apple Watch at select Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoints, including those within Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Please take notice that on June 21, 2023, at 9:00 am at the Department of Driver Services, 2206 East View Parkway, Conyers, Georgia, a public hearing will be held for the presentation of the proposed administrative rule changes, which are hereunto attached and incorporated by reference.

The Georgia Department of Driver Services Motorcycle Safety Program (GMSP) is reminding motorists that May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and to Share the Road. As the unofficial start of the summer and road trip season begins, safe driving practices and cooperation from all road users, will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on our state’s highways.

Thousands of Department of Driver Services (DDS) customers are seeing a crucial message about the danger of texting and driving this month as they visit driver’s licensing and testing centers statewide.

Please take notice that on May 24, 2023, at 9:00 am at the Department of Driver Services, 2206 East View Parkway, Conyers, Georgia, a public hearing will be held for the presentation of the proposed administrative rule change, which is hereunto attached and incorporated by reference.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Department of Driver Services’ (DDS) Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program (GMSP) is encouraging drivers and motorcyclists to steer clear of distractions and pay attention to the road.