Elbert County, GA DWI Lawyer

The offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Georgia is known as DUI. In parts of the country the offense is referred to as driving while intoxicated or DWI. A motorist can be arrested for DUI/DWI in Georgia for registering a blood alcohol content of .08% or greater on a breath test. Under state law, a motorist registering any alcohol level, even with a BAC below .08%, can be considered ‘less safe’ and also be charged with DUI/DWI. Impairment can be charged due to ingestion of alcohol, illicit drugs, legal prescription medications or a combination.

An arrest for DWI in GA, however, does not mean you are guilty. You have the absolute right by law to defend yourself in court and to challenge any charges filed against you. The court system is very complex and having legal counsel will ensure your rights are protected and help you get the best possible result. Hiring the correct attorney is important though. Many are general practitioners, engaging in several areas of law. Others are interested in taking the easy way out and having you plead guilty. You need a qualified criminal defense attorney with experience in Georgia DWI laws and the Georgia court system.

Elbert County GA DWI Lawyer Richard Lawson has the experience and legal skills to make a difference in the outcome of your case. He offers a team approach to drunk driving defense, employing experienced attorneys, investigators, medical doctors, expert witnesses, former law enforcement officers and former prosecutors. They will thoroughly research you're the details of your arrest for driving while intoxicated in Elbert County and build the most appropriate defense.

A DWI in Georgia is a serious offense. Do not trust your future and your freedom to a general practitioner with limited DWI experience. Neither should you trust your case to someone offering the lowest price or to a ‘plea lawyer’.

For a complete defense and professional help with all portions of your Georgia DWI, contact Elbert County DWI Lawyer Richard Lawson.

Elbert County DWI Criminal Defense Attorney Richard Lawson will review the details of your arrest for free and then discuss legal options available to you. To learn more, call (770) 536-3732, or fill out the consultation request form to the left. There is neither a charge nor an obligation, so call now.

Like other states, an arrest for drunk driving can be initiated by any law enforcement officer - from a state trooper to a local policeman. Georgia, however, has a unique set of laws that permit a DWI case to be assigned to any number of courts. In addition to the state and superior courts, your case may be heard in a municipal court or even a probate court.

It can be confusing and the consequences for appearing in the wrong court could lead to additional legal difficulties. For help with your case, contact Elberton, Georgia DWI Attorney Richard Lawson.

Time is very important during the resolution of a DWI case in Georgia. This is made very evident by the fact that you have a very limited amount of time to save your driving privileges.

Immediately following an arrest for drunk driving in Elbert County, the Georgia the Department of Driver's Services will file a civil suit to suspend your driver's license. You have just 10 days from the date of your arrest to submit a request an Administrative Hearing with the DDS or you will automatically lose your license.

The driver's license hearing is separate from the criminal DWI case, though Elberton DWI Lawyer Richard Lawson can help you with both issues. He will schedule an appeals hearing on your behalf and represent you during the license hearing. The chances of keeping your right to drive are greater if you have legal guidance.

Contact GA DWI Attorney Richard Lawson now to see if your license can be saved.

State lawmakers frequently update the penalties for driving while intoxicated in Georgia, making it critical that you hire an attorney with extensive and current experience in DWI defense.

The legal, financial and social penalties for first offense DWI in Georgia can include fines and court fees, a jail sentence, loss of auto insurance or significantly higher premiums, probation with possible restrictions on alcohol consumption, mandatory community service and driver's license suspension. A conviction for driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence, and the resulting criminal arrest record, could even jeopardize your job and limit future employment opportunities.

The penalties increase with any additional drunk driving conviction.

Click here for additional information on the penalties for drinking and driving in Georgia.

Elbert County DWI Attorney Richard Lawson will try to get the charges against you reduced to a lesser, non-criminal offense or get your case dismissed. He is even prepared to take your case to trial in an effort to get you the best result. If you are worried about keeping your arrest record clean, contact the law offices of Richard Lawson now and ask for immediate help.

Elbert County DWI Lawyer Richard Lawson practices criminal law, with a focus on helping clients accused of driving while intoxicated in GA. He is a former Prosecutor, former Assistant District Attorney and former Assistant Solicitor General, meaning he has the same training as those who are prosecuting you. This gives him the insight to anticipate their actions and gives you an advantage in the courtroom.

Richard Lawson has been certified in the administration of standardized field sobriety tests by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which helps him identify possible problems with police procedures during a DWI arrest. He is an instructor at the Institute for Continuing Legal Education and a member of a network of legal professionals dedicated to the defense of DWI cases. He continues to develop his legal skills and knowledge of emerging criminal defense techniques by regularly attending DWI related seminars and continuing education classes.

Richard Lawson graduated from the Emory University Law School in Atlanta.

Your future is too important to take chances with a GA DWI. For complete drunk driving defense coupled with personal service, contact Elbert County, Georgia DWI Lawyer Richard Lawson by filling out the form to the left or calling (770) 536-3732 All inquiries will receive a prompt response, so call 24/7.