After a DUI arrest in Georgia, you have just 30 days to request an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing or your license will be automatically suspended. Don't wait. Contact us immediately.
In Georgia, you can be charged with DUI (Driving Under the Influence) if you operate a vehicle while:
Police need reasonable suspicion to pull you over. If the stop was illegal, all evidence may be suppressed.
These tests are subjective and can be affected by medical conditions, weather, road conditions, and officer bias.
Breath testing machines must be properly maintained and calibrated. Operator error is common. Medical conditions and certain substances can cause false readings.
Blood samples must be properly collected, stored, and tested. Chain of custody issues can invalidate results.
We scrutinize police reports and testimony for inconsistencies, procedural violations, and credibility issues.
When appropriate, we negotiate with prosecutors for reduced charges like reckless driving to avoid DUI conviction.
In Georgia, refusing a breath test triggers an automatic license suspension under implied consent law. However, refusal also means no BAC evidence against you. This is a complex decision that affects your case strategy.
Yes, Georgia offers limited driving permits (LDP) that allow you to drive for work, school, medical appointments, and other necessary purposes. We can help you apply for this permit.
Not necessarily. While jail time is possible, many first-time DUI offenders avoid jail through plea negotiations, pre-trial diversion programs, or probation. An experienced attorney significantly improves your chances of avoiding incarceration.
In Georgia, a DUI conviction stays on your criminal record forever unless you qualify for record restriction (formerly expungement). However, DUI convictions generally cannot be restricted. This is why fighting the charge is so important.
Yes. Many DUI cases are won through challenging evidence, questioning procedures, and negotiating reduced charges. Success depends on the specific facts of your case and the quality of your defense.
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