TADRA Basics
What does TADRA stand for?
Teenage and Adult Driver Responsibility Act
What is the first step in Georgia's Graduated Driver's Licensing process?
Instructional Permit (Class CP)
During what hours is a Class D License holder not allowed to drive?
Between 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
How long is a first-time license suspension for a non-DUI offense under TADRA?
6 months
What document must be signed and notarized by the school for license applicants under 18?
Georgia DDS Certificate of School Enrollment (DS-1)
In what year was TADRA enacted?
1997
At what age can a person obtain a Provisional License (Class D)?
16 or 17 years old
How many non-family passengers under 21 can a Class D holder have after the first 12 months?
Three
What is the minimum suspension period for a first DUI offense with a BAC of .08 or higher?
12 months
What is the minimum age for a "responsible adult" to sign a license application for a minor?
18 years old
How many steps are in Georgia's Graduated Driver's Licensing process?
Three steps
How long must a person hold an Instructional Permit before getting a Provisional License?
12 months and one day
For how long must a Class D license holder be free from major traffic violations before applying for a Class C license?
12 months
How long is the "hard suspension" period for a second DUI offense within 5 years?
120 days
How long will a license be suspended for refusing a chemical test under the Implied Consent Law?
1 year (minimum)
According to a 2006 study, by what percentage did fatal crashes involving 16-year-old drivers decrease after TADRA?
36.8%
What law requires 30 hours of theoretical instruction and 6 hours of practical instruction for 16-year-olds to get a Class D license?
Joshua's Law
How many points can a driver under 18 accumulate in a 12-month period before facing license suspension?
Four points
For how long is a driver's license revoked after a third DUI offense?
5 years
What device may be required for 12 months after a second DUI offense?
Ignition interlock device
What journal published a study in 2016 showing continued decline in fatal crash rates after TADRA?
Traffic Injury Prevention journal
At what age can a driver apply for a Class C license, provided they meet all requirements?
18 years old
What is the minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at which a person under 21 is presumed to be DUI in Georgia?
.02
What is the maximum fine for a fourth DUI offense within a 10-year period in Georgia?
$5,000
According to the CDC fact, how many teens ages 16 to 19 die every day from motor vehicle injuries?
Six teens