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Attorneys Fees for Atlanta DUI cases

Posted By Richard Lawson on Mar 26, 2011 10:57am PDT

Everyone is entitled to an attorney to contest their DUI case. For those who cannot afford a DUI lawyer, the Atlanta or Fulton County Public Defender can represent them. While a person has a right to defend themselves, it is highly recommended that an experienced Atlanta DUI attorney be hired to represent you. A DUI has serious consequences and the duality of the prosection, as well as the scientific principles behind alcohol metabolism and its affects on driving, make it a complex field of law.

But how much does it cost to hire an attorney? In short, there exists a wide range of fees. If you know you want to plead guilty, and you just want a lawyer to help you through the process, some attorneys quote fees starting at around $1000 if there are not complicating factors such as a prior history, children in the car, or a wreck.

However, if you want to contest your case and have a thorough investigation to help you achieve the best possible outcome, the fee is higher. There are additional fees for a trial, to hire DUI breathalyzer and field sobriety expert witnesses, as well as to appeal certain issues and for the attorney to conduct motion hearings. One's criminal and driving history as well as the the specific details of their DUI arrest also affect the work involved in the case and the ultimate fee for attorney services.

For a free consultation and DUI defense attorney fee quote, call the law offices of Richard Lawson today.

Attorneys Fees for Atlanta DUI cases

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