Fayette County GA DUI Lawyer

For those charged with DUI in Fayette County, fines, court costs, probation, loss of driving privileges, and incarceration are just some of the penalties that can result from a conviction. This penalties apply even for a first DUI conviction and continue to escalate for subsequent convictions. To try and avoid or minis the impact of a DUI conviction, contact a Fayette County GA DUI Attorney who possesses the skill and expertise needed to help you fight your charge. Our lawyers have over 25 years of experience and are prepared to assist with your case. Call now for a free case evaluation.

How the DUI Process Works in Fayette County

There are many steps in a Fayette County DUI case. When you call one of our experienced DUI Lawyers in Fayette County GA, we will walk you through the entire process and answer all of your questions. If you choose us to represent you, your Fayette County DUI case will likely proceed as follows:

• Arraignment- This is your first court appearance after the arrest. The court has to formally read the charges against you and you are able to plead guilty or not guilty. If you have already hired a Fayette County DUI Attorney, they will appear on your behalf so you don't have to.
• Discovery- The discovery period is when our attorneys will ask the prosecution for all the evidence the state has against you. They are required to turn over all the evidence they have against you.
• Evaluation- During this part of the case, your lawyer will began investigating every piece of evidence we have. That includes interviewing witnesses, going through the police reports, watching the video of the arrest, and evaluating the chemical results. We spend hours looking through the evidence to discuss the weaknesses in the state's case against you.
• Pre-Trial Conference- The pre-trial conference is usually the next court date after arraignment. This is a chance to meet with the judge and prosecutor and go over the status of the case. At this time, the Court encourages both parties to decide whether a trial will be necessary or if there is a possibility of resolution.
• Filing and Arguing Motions- Motions are an important of your Fayette County DUI case. There are many motions that can be used to suppress damaging evidence against you or to exclude the chemical and field sobriety tests from being admitted at trial. The use of motions depends upon the specific details of your case.
• Negotiating with the Prosecution- After motions, your Fayette County DUI Attorney will go to the prosecutor and explain why your charges should be dismissed or reduced due to the flaws in your case. Sometimes, they agree to dismiss your case or we are able to reach an agreement where the charges are reduced. However, there are times when prosecutors refuse to budge and we are forced to take your case to trial. We are always prepared to take cases to trial and have an excellent record in achieving the desired result at trial.
• Trial- If your cannot be resolved through negotiations with the prosecutor, it will go to trial. Choosing to go to trial is a decision that must be carefully evaluated. There are many factors to consider and our DUI Lawyers in Fayette County GA will help you weigh your options. No matter what option you choose, we guarantee that you will receive the best DUI Defense!

How our Fayette County DUI Attorneys Can Help

Our lawyers have over 50 combined years of experience with DUI cases. We have an extensive understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of field sobriety tests. Even if you believe you failed the tests, we can help! It can be difficult in any case for people to pass these tests. Factors that can impact your performance on these tests include your footwear, age, weather, weight, or any medical conditions you may have. By using dash-cam footage from the police car, it is possible to prove that the tests were not administered properly. When your future is on the line, it is important to investigate every angle to see if the evidence against you is valid. Our DUI lawyers in Fayette County are extremely thorough in their investigation and will ensure your rights, freedom, and future are protected.

Fayette County Superior Court

Fayette County Superior Court has jurisdiction over all felony DUI cases. The Court is located at 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Fayette County State Court

Fayette County State Court has jurisdiction over all DUI arrests that occur in unincorporated Fayette County. Furthermore, if your case is in one of Fayette County's municipal courts and you request a jury trial, your case will be transferred to State Court. Fayette County State Court is located at 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Fayetteville Municipal Court

Fayetteville Municipal Court handles all misdemeanor and traffic offenses cited within the Fayetteville city limits. The Court is located at 760 Jimmie Mayfield Blvd, Fayetteville, GA 30214, and the phone number is 770-719-4277.

Peachtree City Municipal Court

Peachtree City Municipal Court has jurisdiction over traffic violations, city ordinance offenses, and other misdemeanors, such as DUI and shoplifting charges that originate within the the city limits of Peachtree City. The Honorable Clay Collins presides over the Court. It is located at 151 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269, and the phone number is 770-631-2096.

Tyrone Municipal Court

Tyrone Municipal Court handles cases that involve city ordinance violations, traffic violations, and other misdemeanors, such as DUI and shoplifting, that occur within Tyrone city limits. Tyrone Municipal Court is held each Tuesday in the Police Department located at 945 Senoia Road, Tyrone, GA 30290. Court starts at 9:00 a.m. For more information, call 770-487-4732.

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If you or a loved one has been charged with DUI in Fayette County, it is important to hire a lawyer who has extensive experience with DUI charges. You have too much at stake to trust your case to a general practitioner who does not handle DUI cases all the time. Call our DUI Lawyers in Fayette County and find out how we will make all the difference in your case.