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Request Plea
Continuance
Apply for Public Defender
License Suspension
Super Speeder
Probation
Fine Schedule
IID Waiver Request

Traffic Court Matters

Traffic Court matters are administered through the Probate Court in Lanier County pursuant to applicable law.

Traffic court is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Arraignments at 9:00 a.m. and Bench Trials at 1:00 p.m. Lanier County Traffic court dockets may be viewable through:

Search Citations

Public docket listings may be visible; however, PDF file documents are not available online. To request traffic court records, please visit the Records Requests menu.

The Probate Court handles certain misdemeanor traffic offenses as provided by Georgia law, including O.C.G.A. § 40-13-1.

Each citation includes a court date. On that date, you have the right to appear, enter a plea, or contest the charge. Failure to appear may result in additional penalties.

Fine Schedule

The Court has adopted a fine schedule for eligible offenses. The listed amounts include the base fine, statutory surcharges, and court costs.

Not all offenses qualify for payment without a court appearance.

Payment of a fine constitutes a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, a waiver of trial, and entry of conviction.

The Court is not responsible for:

• Points assessed to your driver’s license
• Suspensions imposed by the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS)
• Insurance increases or CDL disqualifications

All defendants are assigned a court date at the time of citation issuance and have the right to contest their charge in court.

Traffic Fine Schedule

Failure to Appear & License Suspension

Failure to appear in court as required or failure to resolve your citation may result in the suspension of your driver’s license.
 
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 40-5-56, the Court may notify the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) if you fail to appear or comply with the terms of your citation. DDS may then suspend your driver’s license until the matter is resolved.
 
Important Information
 
• The Court reports failures to appear or comply to DDS
• DDS—not the Court—issues and controls license suspensions
• Resolving your citation does not automatically reinstate your license
• You must complete all DDS reinstatement requirements
 
Reengagement with the Court (FTA Reset)
 
If your license has been suspended due to a failure to appear, you may be eligible to reengage with the Court to have your case placed back on the calendar.
 
In appropriate cases, the Court may issue a release of the suspension (Form 912) to DDS once you have reengaged and your case is scheduled for further proceedings.
 
• This process is generally available for an initial failure to appear
• Additional failures to appear may be handled at the discretion of the Court
• Submission or appearance does not guarantee release
 
How to Resolve a Failure to Appear
 
To resolve a failure to appear, you must first contact the Court. [Use a link to the contact us button] This may include:
• Requesting a new court date
• Appearing before the Court
• Resolving your citation (if eligible)
 
Once your case is addressed, the Court may update DDS regarding your status.
Check License Status / Reinstate License

Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS)
Customer Service: (678) 413-8400
Website: https://dds.georgia.gov

 
Additional Notice
 
• Failure to resolve your case may result in continued suspension of your driving privileges and additional penalties.

Georgia Super Speeder

Georgia Super Speeder Violations
 
Certain traffic offenses may be subject to Georgia’s Super Speeder Law.
 
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 40-6-189, drivers convicted of:
 
•75 mph or more on a two-lane road, or
•85 mph or more on any road or highway
 
will be assessed an additional $200 Super Speeder fee by the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS).
 
Important Information
 
•The Super Speeder fee is separate from your court fine
•The fee is assessed and collected by DDS, not the Court
•The Court does not receive or process this payment
•DDS will mail a notice to the address on your license after your case is resolved
•Failure to pay the Super Speeder fee within 120 days of notice will result in license suspension
 
Resolve a Super Speeder Violation
 
To check your status, pay the Super Speeder fee, or obtain additional information, please contact DDS directly:
Pay Super Speeder Fee / DDS Website
Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS)
Customer Service: (678) 413-8400
 
Additional Notice
 
Payment of your court fine does not include the Super Speeder fee.
• You must resolve this separately with DDS to avoid suspension of your driver’s license.

Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Waiver Request

In some cases, you may be required to install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) as a condition of your driving privileges.

If you have been instructed to obtain a waiver from the Court, you may submit a request for review.

Important Notice

The Court may grant an IID waiver only in limited situations allowed under Georgia law.
Many IID requirements are imposed by the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) and cannot be waived by the Court.

Request a Waiver

Submit IID Waiver Request
What Happens Next
 
Upon submission, your request will be placed on a court docket for review by the Court and the Court Solicitor.
You may be required to appear in court depending on your case.
 
You will be notified of your court date using the contact method you select.
 
Required Contact Information
 
You must provide:
• A current phone number
• A valid mailing address
• A valid email address
 
You must also select your preferred method of notification:
• Email
• Regular Mail
 
The Court will use your selected method to notify you of your court date. It is your responsibility to ensure your contact information is accurate.
 
Before You Apply
Please have the following ready:
• Full Name and Date of Birth
• Case or Citation Number (if available)
• Any DDS notice regarding your ignition interlock requirement
 
Additional Information
• Submission does not guarantee approval
• All requests are reviewed based on Georgia law and your case
• If approved, the waiver will be entered on the court docket
 
Need Assistance?
If you have questions about the process, please contact our office. Court staff cannot provide legal advice.

Probation

Defendants placed on probation are supervised by CSRA Probation Services.

If you are on probation and experiencing financial hardship or need court review, contact your attorney or probation officer to request placement on a scheduled court docket.

CSRA Probation Services
Address: 608 N Madison Ave Douglas, GA 31533
Phone: 912-384-7371
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m.

Please direct any probation questions (payments, reporting, compliance) through your probation officer.

Continuances

• Requests must be made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled court date

• Requests are subject to court approval

• Contact the Court by phone or use the Contact Us link.

 

Failure to appear without approved continuance may result in license suspension.

Payment Policy

• Full payment is required.
• The Court does not accept partial payments.

Court staff cannot provide legal advice.

Pay Traffic Citations

Payments may be made using the options below. Full payment is required. The Court does not accept partial payments.

Pay Online / Look Up Citation

You may look up your citation, view your court date, and make a payment using the link below:

Pay Traffic Citation Online
To search for your citation, you will need one of the following:
• Citation Number
• Date of Birth
• Date of Birth and Last Name
 
Having your citation available will help ensure accurate results.
 
A convenience fee may apply for online payments. This fee is charged by the vendor and is not retained by the Court.
 
Important Notice
 
Not all citations are eligible for online payment.
If your citation is not available online, you may be required to appear in court pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 40-13-58.
If you are unable to locate your citation, please contact our office for further instruction.
 
Pay In Person
 
Payments may be made in the office by:
• Cash
• Money Order
• Cashier’s Check
• Credit or Debit Card
 
Personal checks and contactless payments are not accepted at this time.
 
Pay by Phone
 
Payments may be made by contacting our office by phone using a credit or debit card (cardholder must be present).
A 4.7% convenience fee applies to phone payments. This fee is charged by the vendor and is not retained by the Court.
 
Cash Bond & Court Appearance Notice
 
Payments made online may be processed as a cash bond.
All defendants have the right to appear in court on their scheduled court date. If you choose not to appear, your payment may be accepted as a forfeiture of bond and your case may be closed without further hearing.
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 17-6-11, if your cash bond is sufficient, your bond may be forfeited in lieu of your appearance in court.
 
Resolution of your case in this manner may result in a conviction that could affect your driving record.
If you wish to contest your citation, you must appear in court as scheduled or contact an attorney prior to your court date.
 
Important Payment Information
 
• Full payment is required at the time of payment.
• The Court does not accept partial payments.
• Resolution of your case without a court appearance may result in a conviction that could affect your driving record.
• Court staff cannot provide legal advice.

Public Defender Application

BEFORE SUBMISSION

 

Request a Public Defender (Apply Online)

This online application allows you to request appointment of a Public Defender. By completing and submitting this application, you are asking the Court to determine whether you qualify for court-appointed counsel based on financial eligibility.

 

Important Notices:

• Submitting this application is a request only and does not guarantee appointment of a Public Defender. Eligibility is determined through the application review process.

• Court staff cannot provide legal advice. If you do not understand what you are requesting or have legal questions, you should consult a private attorney before submitting this application.

Fees and Financial Responsibility

 

By submitting this application and electronically signing below, you acknowledge and agree that:

 

• You are responsible for paying the $50.00 Public Defender application fee, which will be assessed upon disposition of your case as permitted by law; and

• If a Public Defender is appointed to represent you, you agree to pay the $150.00 Public Defender representation fee, as required by applicable law and court policy, regardless of the outcome of your case unless otherwise waived by the Court.

Download and Submit PDF Here

Public Defender Application

Plea Request Submission

 

  • Representation status must be captured and included in submission notifications.

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