With an Interlock Device from Smart Start, you’re back in control of your transportation. We help Georgia drivers move past their DUI with easy-to-use devices, affordable pricing, and 24/7 multilingual service.
Get on the road again and start living your life. Call Smart Start’s Program Advisors today and get a free, customized quote on Ignition Interlock services near you.
According to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, a driver’s first DUI offense within five years is punishable with a license suspension of up to 12 months. However, after 120 days, a driver may apply for reinstatement if they meet the conditions, or they may choose to apply for a limited permit.
The following is general information, not legal advice, about the conditions you might have to complete before applying for a reinstated license.
Consult Your Legal Counsel
License Hearing
Schedule Installation
Obtain SR-22 Certificate
Assessment and Education
Pay Fees and Complete Forms
Service Appointments
Removal
Information as of 9/16/2025.
Please note that the information in the following sections is for general informational purposes only. The materials contained herein are not intended to and should not be relied upon or construed as a legal opinion or legal advice or to address all circumstances that might arise. Information may be dated and may not reflect the most current developments. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular legal matter. Only your individual attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Smart Start expressly disclaims all liability regarding actions taken or not taken based on any or all content.
We know that navigating a DUI can be overwhelming. Understanding the requirements and process after an alcohol related driving offense in Georgia is an important step to getting back on the road. We’ve put together some general information to help you get started.
Per the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, penalties for a first-offense DUI in Georgia can include:
Penalties increase significantly if you have one or more previous DUIs. For a third offense within five years of a second offense, you might be subject to up to $5,000 in fines, a five-year license revocation, and even having your name and photo published in a local newspaper at your own expense. You may also be required do attend a DUI Risk Reduction class at a Certified DUI School.
The court may also require you to install an Ignition Interlock Device on the vehicle you drive. Under Georgia law, an IID is mandatory if it’s your second DUI within five years.
To have your Georgia driver’s license reinstated, you’ll need to fulfill all the conditions of your DUI program.
You can check the status of your license and what fees you owe on the Georgia Department of Driver Services website.
Getting a DUI can bring a lot of financial stress into your life. Smart Start strives to provide affordable IID solutions for Georgia drivers, including:
Free, fast, and customized quotes from our friendly Program Advisors
No long-term contracts required
Affordable pricing For more information about the cost of an Interlock Device in Georgia, check out our Georgia cost guide.
Your DUI doesn’t have to define your life. With our knowledgeable Program Advisors who are ready to listen and address your needs, Smart Start is here to help you get on the road to a brighter future.
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It’s important to thoroughly understand how IIDs work, and what you’ll need to do to stay in compliance with your program. Get fast answers to your most common questions about Interlocks in Georgia.
What Is An Ignition Interlock Device (IID)?
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