Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HB1200

Introduced
2/8/24  

Caption

Motor vehicles; defensive driving course or alcohol or drug program; revise authorized fees

Impact

The changes instituted by HB1200 will directly impact drivers seeking to restore their licenses after completing necessary educational programs. By increasing fees, the legislation could influence participation rates in these programs, as higher costs may deter some individuals from enrolling. On a broader scale, these changes could also affect the revenue generated by these clinics and programs, which are vital for funding driver rehabilitation efforts and improving overall road safety.

Summary

House Bill 1200 amends laws regarding the restoration of licenses for individuals who complete defensive driving courses or alcohol and drug programs in Georgia. The bill aims to update the authorized fees for these courses, increasing the costs associated with both defensive driving clinics and DUI risk reduction programs. Under the new provisions, defensive driving courses will have their fees raised from $95.00 to $125.00, while the assessment component of DUI programs will rise from $100.00 to $150.00, and the intervention component will increase from $235.00 to $295.00.

Contention

There may be notable points of contention surrounding the bill, particularly regarding the financial burden placed on those needing to attend these courses. Critics could argue that increasing fees may disproportionately affect low-income individuals who are trying to regain their driving privileges after offenses. Proponents, however, may argue that the increased fees reflect the value of the rehabilitation services provided and are necessary to maintain quality standards and operational costs of educational programs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HB515

Motor vehicles; eligible applicants for limited driving permits to submit to proof of completion of certain courses; require

GA HB939

Motor vehicles; submission of proof of completion of certain courses by certain applicants to obtain limited driving permits; require

GA SB160

Reckless Stunt Driving; a motor vehicle involved in a second offense of reckless stunt driving; replace the forfeiture penalty

GA HB247

Motor vehicles; restoration of licenses; authorize written consent for release of certain information to be obtained and transferred electronically

GA SB1021

Vehicles: driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

GA SB783

Vehicles: driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

GA SB421

Vehicles: driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

GA SB194

Alcoholic Beverages and Motor Vehicles and Traffic; delivery of alcoholic beverages for personal use; provisions

GA HB47

Motor vehicles; require restitution for certain convictions of homicide by vehicle or vessel when operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs

GA HB983

In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for definitions, for driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for authorized use not a defense.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.