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HB 1395

Drivers licenses; require intervention component for DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs be conducted in person

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Carter Barrett and 5 co-sponsors

Georgia bill mandates DUI intervention programs be conducted in-person, eliminating remote participation options for offenders completing court-ordered risk reduction education.

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Bill Summary · HB 1395

Legislative bill overview

HB 1395 requires that the intervention component of DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs in Georgia must be conducted in person rather than remotely. The bill modifies existing DUI education and intervention requirements that individuals convicted of DUI must complete as part of their licensing conditions or sentence.

Why is this important

DUI programs aim to reduce recidivism and educate offenders about substance abuse risks. The shift to in-person requirements could increase program effectiveness through direct counselor interaction and accountability, but may also create barriers for participants in rural areas or with transportation/scheduling challenges. This reflects a broader policy debate about whether remote versus in-person intervention is more effective for behavioral change.

Potential points of contention

  • Program access and equity: In-person requirements may disadvantage rural residents and those with limited transportation, potentially creating compliance difficulties and unequal application of the law
  • Cost implications: Requiring in-person attendance increases operational costs for program providers and may raise fees for participants already facing financial penalties from DUI convictions
  • Effectiveness evidence: The bill assumes in-person intervention is superior, but evidence on whether remote versus in-person DUI education produces different outcomes is mixed and may not support a blanket mandate

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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