Whether you were pulled over while zipping along Georgia’s Dragon or issued a citation for barreling down a backroad near Columbus, dealing with a Georgia speeding ticket probably isn't your idea of a great time. That's for a good reason. Not only can a speeding ticket in Georgia put a severe dent in your wallet, but you'll also be assessed points that could result in a license suspension or worse.

Your Georgia speeding citation will vary based on where you received your ticket, how fast you were going, and whether or not you were speeding in a school or work zone. Expect to pay at least $30 and as much as $1355 or more depending on your circumstances.

So, what penalties are you facing if you're issued a speeding ticket in Georgia?. Let's take a look:

GEORGIA SPEEDING TICKET COSTS:

  • 5 - 10 m.p.h. over the speed limit: $30 fine and 0 points added
  • 11 - 18 m.p.h. over the speed limit: $89 fine and 0-2 points added
  • 19 - 23 m.p.h. over the speed limit: $145 fine and 3 points added
  • 24 - 30 m.p.h. over the speed limit: $285 fine and 4 points added
  • 31 - 40 m.p.h. over the speed limit: $425 fine and 4-6 points added
  • 41+ m.p.h. over the speed limit: $495-$1355 fine and 6 points added

How does the Georgia driver's license points system work?

If you're a driver older than 21 years of age in Georgia and total 15 point on your license within two years, your license could be suspended. Driver's younger than 21 years of age will face a possible suspension after accumulating only 4 points.

It is possible to reduce the amount of points you have accrued on your driver's license by taking a Georgia DDS approved defensive driving course. This option can remove up to 7 points from your driver's license every 5 years.

Additional penalties

Individual courts, judges, and law enforcement have a lot of leeway in determining the penalties you may face. In addition, certain circumstances can carry extra monetary and points penalties:

  • If you exceed the posted speed limit by more than 30 m.p.h. in the city of Atlanta your citation will be considered a "Super Speeder." This means additional fees and and extra 4 points will be added to your license.

How to Address a Speeding Ticket in Georgia

No one likes getting a speeding ticket, but failing to address it can cause long-term problems for the state of your license, your insurance rate, and potentially, your freedom. Getting ahead of the issue is the best course of action, and the first step in doing so is finding out exactly what you're dealing with.

Receiving a speeding ticket in Georgia doesn't have to break the bank, or create long term complications you'd rather not deal with. In many cases, taking a GA DDS approved defensive driving course will be your best option. Whichever path you choose to follow knowing what you're up against in terms of fees, fines, and penalties as well as the options you have to minimize them is the first step to putting your troubles behind you.

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