GEORGIA Driver Education FAQs

You can apply for a Class CP Instructional Permit at age 15 after meeting the applicable DDS requirements and passing the knowledge exam. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

Yes. Applicants seeking a Class D license at age 16 or 17 must complete a DDS-approved driver education program and satisfy the other Joshua's Law requirements. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

Yes. Georgia allows the 30-hour theoretical portion to be completed through a DDS-approved online virtual program. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

No. The online course covers the theoretical portion. You must also complete the applicable practical driving component, either through qualifying instructor training or the DDS Parent/Teen Driving Guide. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

You need at least 40 hours of supervised driving experience, including at least 6 hours at night. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

No. Georgia DDS says a driving log is not required for the supervised-driving experience, but the required parent, guardian, or authorized person must certify that the required experience was completed. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

Generally, you must hold your permit for at least one year and one day before receiving a Class D license. A specific military exception is available for qualifying 17-year-olds. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

Joshua's Law establishes the driver education and practical training requirements for Georgia teens seeking a Class D license at 16 or 17. The requirements include 30 hours of theoretical instruction, the applicable practical component, and 40 hours of supervised driving with 6 hours at night. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

Yes. Applicants under 18 must provide proof of completing ADAP or eADAP when applying for the Class D license. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

No. You must have an eligible licensed driver who is at least 21 years old seated beside you and capable of exercising control over the vehicle. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

You can take the road skills test after meeting the applicable age, permit-holding, Joshua's Law, supervised-driving, ADAP, and other DDS requirements. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

No. Georgia prohibits Class D drivers from driving between midnight and 5:00 a.m., with no exceptions to this curfew. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

During the first six months, passengers must be immediate family members. During the second six months, you may carry one non-family passenger under 21, and after one year, you may carry up to three non-family passengers under 21. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

No. Georgia prohibits drivers from physically holding or supporting a wireless device while driving, subject to the law's specific exceptions and permitted hands-free methods. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)

No. The online course provides the theoretical driver education component. You must still complete the applicable practical training, supervised driving, ADAP, permit-holding period, and DDS testing requirements before receiving your Class D license. (Georgia Department of Driver Services)