How do Georgia driver's license points work? This question is about Points on Driver’s License

Georgia driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In Georgia, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like speeding 15-18 miles per hour over the limit. For major violations, like aggressive driving, drivers will get six points. Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Georgia Violation Number of Points Assigned Improper use of designated travel lane - 4th and subsequent offense 1 Operating a vehicle while texting 1 Usage of wireless telecommunication device 1 Violation of child safety restraint - 1st offense 1 Failure to adequately secure load, resulting in an accident 2 Possessing an open container of alcohol while driving 2 Speeding 15 to 18 mph over the speed limit 2 Failure to obey police officer 3 Failure to obey traffic-control device 3 Speeding 19 to 23 mph over the speed limit 3 Reckless driving 4 Speeding 24 to 33 mph over the speed limit 4 Improper passing on hill or curve 4 Speeding 34 mph or more over the speed limit 6 Unlawful passing of a school bus 6 Aggressive driving 6 Violations That Do Not Result in Points in Georgia Speeding convictions for less than 15 miles-per-hour over the posted speed limit Convictions of driving too fast for road conditions, like during rain or snow Violations committed by non-Georgia residents Other Key Things to Know About Points in Georgia If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will not be added to your driving record in Georgia. Driver’s license points in Georgia expire after 24 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance. To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.

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Georgia driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In Georgia, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like speeding 15-18 miles per hour over the limit. For major violations, like aggressive driving, drivers will get six points.

Driver’s License Points Per Violation in Georgia

Violation	Number of Points Assigned
Improper use of designated travel lane - 4th and subsequent offense	1
Operating a vehicle while texting	1
Usage of wireless telecommunication device	1
Violation of child safety restraint - 1st offense	1
Failure to adequately secure load, resulting in an accident	2
Possessing an open container of alcohol while driving	2
Speeding 15 to 18 mph over the speed limit	2
Failure to obey police officer	3
Failure to obey traffic-control device	3
Speeding 19 to 23 mph over the speed limit	3
Reckless driving	4
Speeding 24 to 33 mph over the speed limit	4
Improper passing on hill or curve	4
Speeding 34 mph or more over the speed limit	6
Unlawful passing of a school bus	6
Aggressive driving	6

Violations That Do Not Result in Points in Georgia

Speeding convictions for less than 15 miles-per-hour over the posted speed limit
Convictions of driving too fast for road conditions, like during rain or snow
Violations committed by non-Georgia residents

Other Key Things to Know About Points in Georgia

If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will not be added to your driving record in Georgia.

Driver’s license points in Georgia expire after 24 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance.

To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.

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How long do points stay on your license in Georgia?

Points stay on your license for 2 years in Georgia. After 2 years, points will fall off your driver’s license and will no longer factor into your insurance rates or count toward a license suspension.

Key Things to Know About Points on Your License in Georgia

Accumulating 15 points in 2 years will result in a license suspension in Georgia. Drivers might also be classified as high-risk to insure and be required to file...

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How can I get points off my license in Georgia?

You can get points off your license in Georgia by taking an approved driving course. Georgia allows drivers who fit certain eligibility requirements to complete a driving course in order to remove seven points. Driving courses that reduce your license points might also be called traffic school or defensive driving classes.

Georgia Point-Reduction Course Eligibility Requirements

Drivers must bring the original certificate of completion to a DDS Customer Service Center
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How can I check my driving record in Georgia?

You can check your driving record in Georgia by going to the Department of Driver Services website and requesting a copy of your driving record. It costs $6 ($8 for a seven year copy) to purchase a copy of your Georgia driving record online, and you will need to create an online account.

Georgia also allows residents to check their driving record for free.

How to Check Your Driving Record in Georgia

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