Cobb County DUI Court Guide

A defendant arrested for DUI in Cobb County will likely face an immediate administrative license suspension (ALS) initiated by DDS Form 1205. While an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) can help retain driving privileges for vehicle owners, SCRAM Continuous Alcohol Monitoring (CAM) becomes the de facto bond condition for high-risk defendants or those with fully revoked licenses lacking permit options.

Cobb County Court Procedures

The State Court of Cobb County, located at 12 East Park Square in downtown Marietta, primarily handles misdemeanor DUI cases. Felony DUIs, such as a fourth conviction within 10 years or cases involving serious injury or death, are handled by the Superior Court. The State Court features a specialized DUI Court program for repeat offenders.

All twelve State Court courtrooms are now equipped for jury trials. Key judges include Chief Judge Carl Bowers (Post 7), Judge Eric Brewton (Post 5), and Judge Allison B. Salter (Post 1).

SCRAM Monitoring in Cobb County

Cobb County courts rely heavily on Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring (SCRAM) to supervise individuals during pretrial release or as part of DUI Court. This technology provides near-real-time visibility into a participant's sobriety. Approved providers must demonstrate the ability to interface with the court's reporting systems, provide testimony regarding data validity, and adhere to strict violation reporting protocols.

Local SCRAM Providers: A 2nd Chance Monitoring and GPS Monitoring & Tracking Services

Two primary SCRAM providers dominate the Cobb County market: A 2nd Chance Monitoring and GPS Monitoring & Tracking Services (operationally integrated with ASAP Bonding). These companies offer a streamlined "one-stop" experience where defendants can arrange both their bond and monitoring installation through a single entity. A 2nd Chance Monitoring has partnered with Judicial Services Group (JSG) Monitoring to deploy advanced hardware, including secure smartwatches and wrist monitors, offering alternatives to traditional ankle bracelets.

A 2nd Chance Monitoring operates out of 1409 Powder Springs Rd SW, Marietta, GA 30008. Due to facility upgrades, they may direct clients to their temporary location at 1052 Powder Springs Rd SW, Marietta, GA 30064. Clients should verify which office is active before traveling.

GPS Monitoring & Tracking Services (affiliated with ASAP Bonding) also provides SCRAM services.

SCRAM Costs and Compliance

The defendant bears 100% of the SCRAM costs in Cobb County.

• Installation Fee: Typically ranges from $50.00 to $100.00.
• Daily Monitoring Fee (SCRAM CAM): Estimated at $10.00 to $12.00 per day ($300-$360/month).
• Violation Fee: Processing a confirmed violation report often incurs a fee (e.g., $110).

To avoid false positives, users must avoid products containing alcohol (mouthwash, certain lotions, hand sanitizers) near the device and charge the device daily. Failure to charge is a common technical violation.

Transportation to SCRAM Providers

For defendants without a car, GPS Monitoring & Tracking Services (ASAP) on Austell Road is more accessible via CobbLinc Route 30 than A 2nd Chance's Powder Springs location. CobbLinc Go, an on-demand micro-transit service, can also close the transit gap, allowing clients to travel from fixed-route bus stops directly to the provider's doorstep for $2.50 per trip by booking a ride via the CobbLinc app or by calling (770) 427-4444.

A 2nd Chance Monitoring is located at 1409 Powder Springs Rd SW, Marietta, GA 30008.