Gwinnett County and Walton County DUI Defense Attorneys
Flashing lights and the sound of a siren are only the beginning of the problems you face if you are arrested for and charged with drunk driving. DUI convictions often are combined with other enhancements and will result in jail, loss of driving privileges, heavy fines and a permanent criminal record. The attorneys at Daniels & Taylor, P.C., are dedicated to obtaining the very best possible result in your DUI case. We will help you understand the legal process and the consequences to you. We will protect your rights and do battle with the state on your behalf.
If the officer took your license and gave you a DDS form 1205 (30-day driving permit), you must take action within 10 business days to keep your driving privileges.
Your Legal Advocate and Spokesperson
The first mistake to avoid if you are picked up for driving under the influence is to talk to the police. Be polite, give them your name and driver's license, but do not discuss your case with them unless you have a lawyer present. Let us speak on your behalf and handle all the details in building a strong DUI defense.
WE CAN HELP YOU! Contact our Lawrenceville law office at 678-436-3639 or toll free at 866-464-2980.
Building a Strong DUI Defense for You
We will conduct a detailed investigation of the events that occurred from the moment the police officer pulled you over. We want to know how sobriety tests were conducted and if the officer was properly trained. Breath and other chemical tests can be fraught with faulty equipment or a poorly documented chain of custody. We get to the facts and ensure protection of your rights.
You Could Lose Your License and Your Job
Far too much is at stake if you are convicted of a DUI. You could be placed in jail or have your license suspended or revoked. An employer with a zero-tolerance policy regarding criminal convictions could fire you in an instant.
DUI Penalties in Georgia
First Conviction
• Up to a $1,000 fine
• Up to 12 months in jail (no less than 24 hours in jail)
• 40 hours of community service
• 12 months probation
• One-year license suspension (limited permit available in some cases)
• DUI school
Second Conviction Within 10 Years
• Up to a $1,000 fine
• Up to 12 months in jail (no less than 72 hours in jail)
• 240 hours of community service
• Alcohol evaluation/treatment
• 12 months of probation
• Three-year license suspension
• Ignition interlock device (after two years)
• DUI school
• License plate confiscation
• Your photograph published in local newspaper
• Lifetime CDL disqualification
Third Conviction Within 10 Years
• High and aggravated misdemeanor
• Up to a $5,000 fine
• Up to 12 months in jail (no less than 15 days in jail)
• 240 hours community service
• Alcohol evaluation/treatment
• 12 months of probation
• Five-year license revocation
• Ignition interlock device
• Five-year loss of car tag
• Your photograph published in local newspaper
• DUI school
Fourth Conviction Within 10 Years
Where any or all of the four (or more) DUI arrest dates occurred prior to July1, 2008
• High and aggravated misdemeanor
• 120 days to 12 months in jail (no less than 15 days in jail)
• 420 hours community service
• Alcohol evaluation/treatment
• 12 months of probation
• Five-year license revocation
• Ignition interlock device
• DUI school
Fourth Conviction Within 10 Years
Where all of the four (or more) DUI arrest dates occurred after July 1, 2008
• Felony
• One to five years in prison (not less than 90 days in custody)
• Fine of $5,000
• One to 5 years in prison
Contact Us
Invest in the services of the right DUI lawyer and give yourself a chance at the best possible outcome. From our office in Lawrenceville, our lawyers represent clients in communities throughout Gwinnett County and Walton County, Georgia. Call us toll free at 866-464-2980 or contact us by email to arrange a free consultation with one of our experienced Lawrenceville DUI defense attorneys today.
