Ignition Interlock Provider Program

Who Can Become a Provider Center Owner?

Any person, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation providing, installing, and maintaining ignition interlock devices to assist drivers in regaining a driver’s license or driving privileges in Georgia qualifies. If interested in opening or operating an Ignition Interlock Provider Center, you will be subject to the Ignition Interlock Provider Rules and Regulations.

Provider Center Owner Requirements

Review the requirements listed below. You can find documents and forms at the bottom of this page that you may need.

• Completed New Program Application
• All applicants (owners, partners, corporate officers, and/or controlling stockholders) must:
  • Complete GAPS fingerprinting for a national and state criminal background check
  • Submit a certified Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from each state (except Georgia) where licensed in the past 5 years
• Surety Bond with a $10,000 principal sum for each location, naming Georgia DDS as the obligee
• Fire Code Inspection Report (completed by local fire marshal or agent, not over 90 days old)
• Copy of unexpired business license
• Georgia general liability insurance policy with at least $50,000 coverage
• $280 non-refundable application and stamp fee
• Certificate of Incorporation from the Secretary of State or a Trade Name form from the local County Clerk showing registration of Doing Business As (DBA)
• Copy of the agreement or contract between the manufacturer and the Provider Center
• Copies of all customer-facing forms, contracts, agreements, receipts, and training materials (verbal and written); all must be pre-numbered, include the provider center’s name, address, phone number, and a placeholder for the DDS certification number

How to Apply

1. Register for your criminal background check through the Georgia Applicant Processing System (GAPS) .
2. To be considered for certification, please submit your information and required supporting documentation online by completing this application.  All required supporting documents must be attached to the application online before it is submitted.  Paper applications are no longer accepted

Application Process

Please complete the application packet in its entirety to enable us to complete the process in a timely manner. It is advisable when mailing to use certified or mailing that can be tracked.  Our goal is to completely process your application within 30 business days. Once the application and supporting documentation are received, we will contact you within 7-10 business days.

Recertification Overview

Ignition Interlock Provider Center certification is valid for up to four (4) years. Owners should apply for recertification within 60-90 days of expiration.

Provider Center Owner Recertification Requirements

Review the requirements listed below. You can find documents and forms at the bottom of this page that you may need.

• Completed Program Recertification Application
• All applicants (owners, partners, corporate officers, and/or controlling stockholders) must:
  • Complete GAPS fingerprinting for a national and state criminal background check
  • Submit a certified MVR from each state (except Georgia) where licensed in the past 5 years
• Continuation or Verification certificate for the existing Surety Bond
• Georgia general liability insurance policy with at least $50,000 coverage
• $100 non-refundable application fee
• Current agreement/contract between the manufacturer and the Provider Center owner, signed by both parties within one year of applying
• All customer contracts, invoices, and forms currently used by the Provider Center

How to Apply

1. Register for your criminal background check through the Georgia Applicant Processing System (GAPS) .
2. To be considered for recertification, please submit your information and required supporting documentation online by completing this application.  All required supporting documents must be attached to the application online before it is submitted.  Paper applications are no longer accepted

Application Process

Please complete the application packet in its entirety to enable us to complete the process in a timely manner. It is advisable when mailing to use certified or mailing that can be tracked.  Our goal is to completely process your application within 30 business days. Once the application and supporting documentation are received, we will contact you within 7-10 business days.