Georgia DUI Costs (2026)
State-specific DUI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for Georgia.
Calculate your Georgia DUI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DUI in Georgia costs about $23,758, the 7th highest of the 50 states (median of our state estimates: $17,615). Use the calculators below for your own situation.
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How much does a DUI cost in Georgia?
Add up the fine ($300-$1,000), attorney fees (our estimate: $2,000-$7,500), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense DUI in Georgia at about $23,758, within a range of $12,521 to $37,870, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DUI term in Georgia?
Georgia uses the term "DUI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults.
How long is your license suspended for a first DUI in Georgia?
A first-offense DUI in Georgia carries a license suspension of 1 year (365 days), and a second offense carries a license suspension of 3 years (1095 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in Georgia?
Our Georgia data shows no interlock requirement for a first-offense DUI. A second offense requires 12 months of IID.
Does Georgia require SR-22 insurance after a DUI?
Yes. Georgia requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following a DUI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 60-130%.
When does a DUI become a felony in Georgia?
In Georgia, a DUI becomes a felony on the fourth offense within 10 years. Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in Georgia.
Can a DUI be expunged in Georgia?
Georgia does not allow DUI convictions to be expunged. Some states have other ways to limit who can see a record, such as sealing, which this site does not cover yet; an attorney in Georgia can tell you whether any apply.
How long does Georgia have to charge you with a DUI?
In Georgia, the state generally must file DUI charges within 2 years of the alleged offense. This deadline reflects a first-offense misdemeanor DUI; felony cases can carry a different filing window. If you are charged, an attorney can confirm how the deadline applies to your case.
Can you get a hardship or restricted license after a DUI in Georgia?
Georgia generally offers a hardship or restricted license that can let you keep driving for work, school, or treatment during part of a DUI suspension. Eligibility and conditions depend on your offense level and the court, so confirm the current rules for your situation.
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