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This bill increases mandatory motor vehicle liability insurance requirements for individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) or reckless driving in Georgia. For a first DUI offense, drivers must now carry insurance with minimum coverage of $50,000 for bodily injury per person, $100,000 for total bodily injury per accident, and $50,000 for property damage. For a second or subsequent DUI offense, the required coverage increases to $100,000 for bodily injury per person, $300,000 for total bodily injury per accident, and $100,000 for property damage. Drivers must maintain this higher-level insurance continuously for three years following their conviction, and must carry proof of this coverage (either in paper or electronic format) while operating a vehicle. The bill defines "conviction" as a jury finding of guilt, a guilty plea, or a plea of nolo contendere, and these new insurance requirements will replace the standard minimum liability coverage. The legislation becomes effective upon the Governor's approval and applies to all convictions occurring on or after that date, with the goal of ensuring greater financial protection for potential victims of DUI-related accidents.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70041