i just got this from my friend who works for the ga state troopers office

They haven't had this on the news yet but it comes from the Governers office...Take a look.






New Georgia Law effective 1 JULY 2007


"Please be aware of the following new driving laws that the police in will be ticketing for.

1. Misuse of the carpool lane- First time $1068.50 starting 7-1-07 (The $271.00 posted on the highway is old). Second offense is doubled. Third offense is tripled and fourth offense is license suspension.

2. Incorrect lane change- $380.00. Don't cross the lane on solid lines or intersections.
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3. Block intersection- $485.00

4. Driving on the shoulder- $450.00

5. Cell phone use in a construction zone -Double fine as of 7-01-07. *** Cell phone use must be "hands free" ! "while driving".***

6. Passengers over 18 not in a seatbelt- both, passengers and drivers get tickets.

7. Speeders can only go 3 miles above the speed limit.

8. DUI = JAIL! (Stays on driving record for 10 years)

9. As of 7-01-07 cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving. Ticket is $285.00. They will be looking for this like crazy - easy money for police department."