Georgia DUI Process

So you were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Georgia—what happens now? Although this may be your first criminal offense, it is important to understand the Georgia DUI process, as well as the potential penalties you face if you are convicted of drunk driving.

After you are arrested for DUI, you will be transported to a county jail and placed in a holding cell until your arraignment hearing. During this proceeding, a judge will notify you of the official charges you are facing, and ask how you would like to plea.

If you plead guilty to the charges, you will be sentenced immediately. However, if you choose to fight your arrest by entering a “not guilty” plea, a future trial date will be scheduled and, after posting the appropriate bail amount, you will be released until your court date arrives.

Depending on the circumstances of your arrest, your DUI case may reviewed by a jury or a single judge (a bench trial). Regardless of the type of trial you receive, the penalties for driving under the influence in Georgia often include fines, license suspension, and jail time—not to mention the long-term damages to your employment, housing, and educational opportunities. You can also expect to pay two to three times more for auto insurance once you have been found guilty of drinking and driving.  

With such life-altering consequences at risk, it is important to have legal representation during your DUI trial. A skilled attorney may be able to prevent damaging evidence from being used against you in court, and in some cases, even negotiate a reduced sentence on your behalf or get all of your charges dismissed entirely.

To determine the best options for your situation, contact the Law Offices of Webb and Willis today. As one of the most successful DUI defense firms in the state, we have what it takes to fight your DUI arrest and aggressively defend you every step of the way.

From conducting a thorough investigation of your arrest to analyzing breath test results, count on attorneys Lee Webb and Greg Willis to locate important information that can be used for your defense.  To prevent the loss of this valuable evidence, however, you must contact us as soon after your arrest as possible.

Put our experience to work for you. Contact us today for a free, no obligation evaluation of your case. Whether you call, text, email, or message us on Facebook, we’re here to help whenever you need it—24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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