Form DS-7010 - Driver Training School Parental Affidavit

Form DS-7010, the Driver Training School Parental Affidavit, is an official document issued by the State of Georgia Department of Driver Services. This form plays a vital role in the process of obtaining a driver's license for a minor in the state of Georgia. It serves as a legal affirmation from a parent or legal guardian, granting permission for a licensed driving school instructor to sign the driver's license application on behalf of their minor child.

Key Elements of Form DS-7010:

1. Header Information:

   • State of Georgia Department of Driver Services: Indicates the issuing authority.
   • Address: The official mailing address of the department.
   • Phone: Contact information for inquiries.

2. Form Title:

   • Driver Training School Parental Affidavit: Clearly states the purpose and name of the form.

3. Instructions:

   • Type or Print in Ink: Specifies that the form should be completed in legible handwriting using ink.

4. Affidavit Section:

   • Parent or Guardian’s Name: The name of the parent or legal guardian making the affidavit.
   • Date: The date on which the affidavit is being completed.

5. Sworn Statement:

   • Swear or Affirm: The parent or guardian affirms that they have granted permission.
   • Licensed Driving School Instructor: Space to enter the name of the licensed driving school instructor.
   • Driver License Training School: Space to enter the name of the driver license training school.
   • Name of Minor: The full name of the minor for whom the driver's license application is being submitted.
   • Date of Birth of Minor: The birthdate of the minor.

6. Signature Section:

   • Signature: A space for the parent or legal guardian to sign their name to confirm the affidavit's accuracy.
   • Parent or Legal Guardian: Designates the role of the signatory.

7. Notary Section:

   • Sworn to and subscribed before me this [Date]: This is where a notary public acknowledges that the affidavit was signed in their presence on a specific date.
   • Notary Public: The notary public's name or signature.
   • Seal: Space for the notary public's official seal.

8. Form Version Information:

   • DS-7010 (07-06): Indicates the form number and revision date.

Purpose of Form DS-7010: Form DS-7010 is used to formalize and document the consent given by a parent or legal guardian to a licensed driving school instructor. This consent allows the instructor to act on their behalf in signing a driver's license application for a minor child. The form ensures that all necessary legal requirements are met during the process of obtaining a driver's license for a minor in the state of Georgia. It serves as a crucial element of transparency and legal compliance in this process.

Related Documents:

• 40-Hour Driving Log: This log is used by parents or guardians to record the supervised driving hours completed by the minor. It is an essential companion to the 40 Hour Parent/Teen Driving Guide and is typically submitted to the Georgia Department of Driver Services as part of the driver's license application process to verify compliance with the required practice hours.

Together, Form DS-7010, the 40 Hour Parent/Teen Driving Guide, and the 40-Hour Driving Log ensure that minors in Georgia receive comprehensive training, parental supervision, and proper legal documentation as they progress toward obtaining their driver's license. These documents collectively promote safe and responsible driving practices among young drivers in the state.