How to Check Points on License Georgia (GA)

December 2, 2025
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In Georgia, your driving record is more than just a history of tickets; it is a running “scorecard” that determines your privilege to drive.

While most drivers know that 15 points can suspend a license, few realize that for drivers under 21, a single mistake can lead to an immediate suspension. Furthermore, your “points” are what insurance companies use to justify raising your premiums by hundreds of dollars a year.

Whether you just got a ticket or are simply curious, this guide will show you exactly how to check your official point balance, what those points actually mean, and the only way to reduce them before it’s too late.

How to Check Your Points (The 3 Official Ways)

You cannot check your points on a third-party site. You must access the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) database.

Method 1: The “DDS 2 GO” App (Free & Fastest)

This is the best-kept secret in Georgia. The official mobile app allows you to view your 2-year driving history for free.

  1. Download: Get the DDS 2 GO app (iOS or Android).
  2. Login: Use your DDS Online Services account (or create one in the app).
  3. View Points: Your current active point total is displayed on the dashboard under “My Driver’s License.”

Method 2: Online Portal (For Official Reports)

If you need a printed copy for an employer or insurance company, you need an MVR (Motor Vehicle Report).

  1. Visit the Portal: Go to the Georgia DDS Online Services.
  2. Select “Driving History (MVR)”:
  3. Choose Your Report:
    • 3-Year Record: $6.00 (Standard for insurance).
    • 7-Year Record: $8.00 (Often required for commercial jobs).
  4. Pay & Print: You can download the PDF immediately. Note: You have 30 days to download it before the link expires.

Method 3: In-Person (The Slow Way)

You can visit any DDS Customer Service Center to request your MVR. You must bring your driver’s license and pay the $6 or $8 fee. Appointment slots are rare for this, so be prepared to wait in the “Walk-In” line.

The Georgia Point System Schedule

Not all tickets are created equal. Georgia assigns points based on the severity of the offense.

ViolationPoints
Speeding (15–18 mph over)2 Points
Speeding (19–23 mph over)3 Points
Speeding (24–33 mph over)4 Points
Speeding (34+ mph over)6 Points
Reckless Driving4 Points
Aggressive Driving6 Points
Unlawful Passing of School Bus6 Points
Improper Passing on Hill/Curve4 Points
Texting While Driving (1st Offense)1 Point
Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device3 Points
All Other Moving Violations3 Points

Note: Speeding less than 15 mph over the limit generally does not add points to your license, though you still have to pay the fine.

When Do You Lose Your License? (The “Danger Zone”)

The number of points required to suspend your license depends entirely on your age.

For Drivers Age 21 and Older

For Drivers Under Age 21 (The Strict Rule)

  • Rule: You will be suspended for ANY single offense worth 4 or more points.
  • Example: If you are 20 years old and get caught speeding 24 mph over the limit (4 points), your license is automatically suspended. You do not get the 15-point buffer.

For Drivers Under Age 18

  • Rule: You will be suspended if you accumulate 4 points total in any 12-month period.

How to Remove Points (The Point Reduction Strategy)

If you are close to a suspension, you can proactively remove points.

  • The Solution: Complete a certified Driver Improvement (Defensive Driving) Course.
  • The Benefit: Upon completion, you can request the DDS to subtract up to 7 points from your record.
  • The Catch: You can only use this point reduction once every 5 years.
  • How to do it:
    1. Take the 6-hour course at a certified school (cost is usually $95).
    2. Take your Certificate of Completion to a DDS center (or mail it in).
    3. The DDS will deduct the points.

FAQs

Does a “Super Speeder” ticket add extra points?

No. The “Super Speeder” law (driving 85+ mph on any road or 75+ mph on a 2-lane road) adds a $200 state fee on top of your ticket. It does not add extra points beyond the standard speeding points (usually 6 points for that speed). However, failure to pay the $200 fee will result in a license suspension.

How long do points stay on my record?

For Suspension Purposes: Points count toward a suspension for 24 months from the date of the violation. After 2 years, they “fall off” the active count.
For Insurance Purposes: Insurance companies typically look at the last 3 years (and sometimes 5) of your driving history. Even if the points “fall off” your DDS record, the conviction remains visible to insurers.

I paid my ticket online. Do I still get points?

Yes. Paying a ticket online is an admission of guilt (a conviction). The court will report this to the DDS, and the points will be added to your record just as if you had gone to court and lost.

Can I check someone else’s points?

No. Driving records are private. You can only request another person’s record if you have their notarized written consent (often used for employment checks).