Georgia
GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Georgia. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
Bicycle helmets required for all riders under 16.
Universal helmet law enacted 1969.
Choice of 5 or 10 years; veterans valid until 65 years old
60 and over: renewal every 5 years 64 and over: vision test required
Illegal
Zero tolerance for THC and metabolites
Zero tolerance for some drugs
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
70 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
65 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
65 (Georgia's "Super Speeder Law" adds on $200 in state fees for any driver convicted of speeding at 75 MPH or higher on any two-lane roads or 85 MPH or higher on multiple lane roads anywhere in the state.)
0.15
1 year
Yes
Mandatory for repeat convictions
Yes
Yes
Under 8 yrs and 57" or shorter in rear seat if available
Over 57" tall 40 lbs or over in rear seat can use lap belt if lap/shoulder belt unavailable
First 6 months: no passengers Second 6 months: no more than 1 passenger under 21 Thereafter: No more than 3 passengers (secondary enforcement)
18 years
15
12
40 (6); 0 with behind the wheel training
16
Midnight - 5 a.m. (secondary enforcement)
Primary
8 and older
8-17 yrs: All 18 and over: Front
Yes. Primary Law.
Yes. Primary Law.
No
All drivers. Primary law.
School zones, one hour before and after instruction time
Permitted by state law
School zones, one hour before and after instruction time
Permitted by state law
Highway Safety receives 'Drowsy Driving' grant
Georgia is one of five states to receive funding in 2019 from GHSA and the National Road Safety Foundation to prevent drowsy driving. With the funds, the Governor's Office of Highway Safety will raise awareness of drowsy driving through a presence at the Georgia National Fair.
Governor's Office of Highway Safety receives $15,000 Drowsy Driving Grant
GHSA and The National Road Safety Foundation Provide $75,000 to Bolster State Drowsy Driving Prevention Programs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 16, 2019
CONTACT: Madison Forker, 202-580-7930
Why Pedestrian Deaths Are At A 30-Year High
GHSA's most recent report projects pedestrian deaths were at a nearly 30-year high in 2018. Report author Richard Retting discusses the factors that may be influencing this spike, including distraction and increased presence of SUVs.
National Traffic Safety Leaders to Gather in Atlanta
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 23, 2018
CONTACTS: Kara Macek, kmacek@ghsa.org, 202-262-4889
Robert Hydrick, robert.hydrick@gohs.ga.gov, 404-859-0141
Robert F. Dallas, Esq. - Attorney, Transportation Policy & Law
Bob Dallas is an attorney with extensive experience in highway safety, transportation, public health, transit, land use planning, and public safety policies and their implementation.
Law enforcement officers cracking down on speeding during multi-state campaign
Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and Tennessee are partnering again for Operation Southern Shield, a high visibility enforcement period focusing on speeding. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety Director and GHSA Vice Chair Harris Blackwood discusses.
Law enforcement officers cracking down on speeding during multi-state campaign
Story by Isabel Hughes
July 11, 2018
Here's where you can't stream video and drive anymore
Georgia Bans Use of Handheld Devices While Driving
Georgia recently passed a handheld device ban, strengthening the state's efforts to combat distracted driving. GHSA Executive Director Jonathan Adkins addresses the importance of this law.
Georgia Bans Use of Handheld Devices While Driving
May 16, 2018