Driving While License Suspended or Revoked Note: If a defendant’s license is suspended as result of a Controlled Substance Violation, and he/she is convicted of driving while their license is suspended or revoked, the fine shall be not less than $750.00 nor more than $5,000.00, or imprisonment of not more than 12 months, or both. See O.C.G.A. §40-5-75(f). Plea of nolo contendere - Yes; only accepted by DDS once in any 5-year period; report to DDS. Suspension if Convicted: Yes; 6 month period beginning on effective date. Limited Driving Permit – No. Reinstatement Requirements: • None. Suspension will age off 6 months from effective date. No fee required. No Insurance Court Responsibilities - Upon conviction, the court shall: • Serve the defendant with the court notice of suspension using the official DS-1190 form. • Seize the defendant’s driver’s license, or if applicable, complete an official Lost License Affidavit (DS-250A form). • Report the disposition electronically within 10 days after conviction. • Mail the DS-1190 form and drivers license/Lost License Affidavit to DDS. First Adjudication in Five Years Plea of nolo contendere - Yes; only accepted by DDS once in any 5-year period; report to DDS. Suspension upon conviction: Yes; 60 day period beginning on effective date. Limited Driving Permit – No. Reinstatement Requirements: • proof of having prepaid a six-month minimum insurance policy. • reinstatement fee of $60 (or $50 when processed by mail) to DDS Second Adjudication in Five Years Plea of nolo contendere – Not accepted; shall be treated as a conviction. Suspension - Yes; 90 day period beginning on effective date. Limited Driving Permit – No. Reinstatement Requirements: • proof of having prepaid a six-month minimum insurance policy and maintain said policy for a three year period • reinstatement fee of $60 (or $50 when processed by mail) to DDS.
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