Georgia DUI Arrest

Being arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) is a serious criminal offense in any state, and Georgia is certainly no exception. In fact, due to Georgia’s tough drunk driving penalties, individuals charged with drunk driving face some of the harshest sentencing guidelines on the books—not to mention all the stress that follows a Georgia DUI arrest. If you find yourself facing this situation, here’s what you can expect.

If you are pulled over by a law enforcement officer and display signs of alcohol impairment, such as slurred speech or bloodshot eyes, you may be arrested and charged with DUI. Should this happen, you will be transported to the nearest police station or county jail, where you will be booked, fingerprinted, and confined to a holding cell until the time of your arraignment.

Your arraignment will be scheduled shortly after you are arrested. At this time, a judge will notify you of the exact charges you are facing, and ask you to enter a plea of guilty or innocence. If you plead guilty, you will be sentenced immediately. If you decide to fight your charges by pleading not guilty, the judge will set bail and schedule your DUI trial.

Once bail has been set, you must post bond in order to be released from jail. There are three ways to do this: pay the full amount in cash, provide collateral (such as your home) for a property bond, or use a commercial bonding service. Regardless of which option you select, your release is only temporary, and you must return to court on the day of your trial—otherwise, a warrant for your arrest may be issued and you could face additional charges. You will also lose whatever cash or property you used to post bail if you fail to appear at your hearing.

Due to the penalties associated with a DUI conviction, it is in your best interest to obtain legal counsel immediately after you are arrested. Under Georgia state law, even a first-time drunk driving conviction can result in a license suspension, fines of up to $1,000, and jail time—and, depending on the circumstances of your arrest, you may face even harsher penalties.

To improve your chances of successfully resolving your DUI case, contact the Law Offices of Webb and Willis. We will review the evidence against you to determine the best defense strategy for your situation. After representing countless drivers across the state, we have the skill and knowledge you need to fight your charges and avoid a life-altering drunk driving conviction.

But remember, the longer you wait, the more challenging it will be for us to challenge your Georgia DUI arrest. With round-the-clock availability by phone, text messaging, email, and Facebook, there’s no time like the present to start planning your defense strategy.

Contact our firm today for a free, no-obligation evaluation of your case and put two of the most successful DUI defense attorneys to work for you.

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