Norcross DUI Lawyer
Representing Clients Statewide
A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) has a variety of negative consequences. At McIlhinney Law Group, our Georgia DUI lawyer offers skilled and experienced legal representation to clients who have been accused of driving under the influence. We understand the court system, science behind the breath test machine to show that it can be unreliable, and DUI law to try to exclude, suppress or kick out any unfavorable evidence against our clients.
If you have been arrested for DUI, call (404) 724-5461 or contact us online for help from a skilled Georgia DUI defense lawyer.
Consequences of a DUI Arrest
If your blood alcohol concentration is over .08% or you refuse to take a breath, urine, or blood test, you can be arrested for DUI. At the time of your arrest, you will be given a Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) Form 1205 and either a court summons or traffic citation for DUI. The DDS form is a notice of driver’s license suspension and a temporary driver’s license.
In Georgia, DUI convictions can lead to:
- Mandatory jail sentences
- Driver’s license suspension
- Expensive fines
- Mandatory community service
- 12 months of probation
On the back of the DDS 1205 form, there is a place to request a hearing. You must return the form and a $150 filing fee to the Georgia Department of Driver Services within 30 days of your arrest to request an administrative license suspension hearing.
Representation during Administrative License Suspension Hearings
An administrative license hearing will be scheduled between 45 and 90 days after your arrest. During the hearing, a few different things may happen. If the arresting officer doesn’t show up or comes to an agreement with your attorney, the suspension can be dismissed or rescinded. Otherwise, a hearing will be conducted to determine whether your driver’s license will be suspended. Our Norcross, Georgia DUI attorney can represent you during this hearing and fight to protect your driving privileges.
Please call (404) 724-5461 or contact us online to get advice from a qualified Norcross DUI attorney.
Success Stories
Former Client Reviews-
“I contacted Sean for help with a traffic ticket. I was clear that I did not want the ticket to impact my driving record. He said that he could accomplish that result, and he did! The whole process was ...”
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“My friend was terrified and outraged when she received word about a TPO (Temporary Restraining Order) filed against her. She knew she was innocent and even thought she had a case against the person ...”
- Tom -
“Sean managed to strike me a deal that saved my license. This is my second time using his services which is why I knew I could trust him in doing so. The very first time was roughly over 4 years ago ...”
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“Sean and his team did an incredible job with my traffic tickets. Both tickets were kept off my record and were all handled without me being there. Sean was flexible with me and my schedule got done ...”
- Josh -
“I got a ticket for 95 in a 65 in Dunwoody... I was running late for work and didn’t pace myself like I should have... certainly a mistake of mine, however I asked the officer to reduce to a speed not ...”
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