This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Schools

DUI/Risk Reduction Program

By Georgia law, people convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) must take this course. However, there are a variety of other offenses, such as Boating Under the Influence (BUI), possession of illegal drugs, underage possession of alcohol, and various others, that require the completion of this course. When the offense is something other than a DUI, the required course is often referred to as the “Risk Reduction Program.” Do not be confused, the “Risk Reduction Program” and the “DUI / Risk Reduction Program” are the same course.

The DUI/Risk Reduction Program is delivered in two parts, the assessment component and the 20-hour class. The total fee is $292 and is set by Georgia law.

You can pay for the assessment and 20-hour class components separately, but full payment by credit card (Visa or Mastercard), debit card, cash, check, or money order must be received before your first class begins.

Please note that by law, the Assessment Component of the Program must be completed before the student attends the 20-hour Class Component.

Find out what's happening in South Cobbfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Additionally, Georgia law does not permit late entry or early departure from classes. Our classes start on time and are held the entire 20 hours, so please make plans accordingly.

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?