Clients frequently ask me about DUI school. Essentially, DUI school is a program regulated by the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS). It is officially called "DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program (RRP)" .  This intervention program is mandated by law for people convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI), possession of illegal drugs, underage possession of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle, or Boating Under the Influence (BUI). That means you have to attend if you have been convicted of one of the charges listed above. DSS hopes by attending it will change "the actual drinking and drug use behavior of the individual." DSS does not conduct the course, merely regulates the teaching of it.

How do I find a legitimate DUI school?
Click here for a list of approved schools or consult the Yellow pages under Driving Instruction.

How much is this going to cost?
Schools must charge $82.00 for the Assessment Component, $190.00 for the Intervention Component and an additional $15.00 Materials Fee. The total cost of the course is $287.00.

How long will it take to complete?
The Assessment Component takes most individuals 1/2-hour to one-hour to complete. The Intervention Component class is 20-hours long.

Can I attend a course via the Internet?
No. DDS only accepts classroom instruction at a certified school for the DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program requirement.

For additional information see the DSS site.

For more information about DUI in Georgia, see our FAQ section.