Lee County, Georgia Board of Commissioners

06/14/2026

06/12/2026

LEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Young Driver Education Course

The Lee County Sheriff's Office is pleased to offer a free educational program for young drivers who currently hold an instructional permit or Class D driver's license. This course is designed to provide practical knowledge and guidance to help new drivers become safer, more confident, and more informed while operating a motor vehicle on Georgia roadways.

The course will cover:
• Basic Georgia traffic laws and regulations
• Driver's license classifications and restrictions
• What to expect during a routine traffic stop
• Driver responsibilities and interactions with law enforcement
• Common roadway markings and their meanings
• Safe driving habits that can help prevent crashes and traffic citations

The program will consist of both a classroom instruction portion and a practical demonstration. Students will participate in guided discussions and observe a mock traffic stop scenario to better understand what they may experience during an encounter with law enforcement.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend and participate alongside their young driver.

Course Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Date will be posted at a later time.)

By the conclusion of this course, students will:

1. Understand key Georgia traffic laws and roadway regulations.

2. Understand their rights and responsibilities during law enforcement encounters.

3. Recognize common roadway markings and understand their purpose.

4. Develop safe driving habits that promote responsible vehicle operation.

Registration Information

Individuals interested in attending, or parents wishing to register their child, are asked to email Major Joe Clark at [email protected] and provide the following information:

Parent/Guardian Information:
• Full Name
• Contact Number • Address

Student Information:
• Full Name
• Age
• Current License Class (Instructional Permit, Class D, etc.)

Class size will be limited to approximately 10 students per session, with additional classes scheduled based on community interest and demand.

Please note: This course is intended solely as a community education program. It is not designed to replace or satisfy any state-approved Driver's Education requirements and does not provide certification, driver's education credit hours, insurance discounts, or any other official credential.

The Lee County Sheriff's Office looks forward to partnering with parents and young drivers to promote safe, responsible, and informed driving throughout our community.

06/09/2026

Lee County BOC

06/05/2026

MOVE OVER. SLOW DOWN. YIELD. IT’S THE LAW.

Deputies are seeing an increase in drivers failing to comply with Georgia laws designed to protect first responders, roadside workers, and the motoring public.

🚨 Georgia’s Move Over Law (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-16) requires drivers approaching a stationary law enforcement vehicle, fire truck, ambulance, tow truck, utility vehicle, or highway maintenance vehicle displaying emergency or warning lights to move over to the next lane when safe to do so. If changing lanes is not possible, drivers must slow down below the posted speed limit and be prepared to stop.

🚨 Georgia’s Emergency Vehicle Right-of-Way Law (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-74) requires drivers to yield the right of way to approaching emergency vehicles operating with emergency lights and/or sirens. Drivers must move as close as possible to the right-hand edge of the roadway and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

If a deputy initiates a traffic stop, activate your turn signal and pull over in a safe location as soon as practical. Stopping promptly and safely helps protect you, the deputy, and other motorists.

These laws are not merely traffic regulations. They help ensure that deputies, firefighters, EMS personnel, tow operators, utility workers, highway crews, and other emergency responders make it home safely to their families.

The next time you see flashing lights:

➡️ Move over when you can.
➡️ Slow down when you can’t.
➡️ Yield to approaching emergency vehicles.
➡️ Stay alert and avoid distractions.
➡️ Give first responders room to work safely.

Every traffic stop, crash scene, disabled vehicle, road construction zone, and emergency response creates hazards for those working alongside our roadways. Your attention and cooperation can make the difference between a routine day and a tragedy.

Help us keep Lee County’s roads safe for everyone.

05/26/2026

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05/26/2026

Lee County BOC