Talbotton GA DUI Lawyer

When charged with DUI Talbotton, GA, there is no time to waste. The clock starts ticking and you only have 30 days to appeal the automatic suspension of your driver's license. Furthermore, you need to start building your case to fight the criminal case against you. All of this can seem overwhelming and that is why our DUI Attorneys in Talbotton GA are just 1 call away. With over 2 decades of experience, we know how to protect you and get your case resolved quickly and successfully. Call now for a free no obligation case evaluation.

Community Service and DUI Charges in Georgia

For anyone convicted of a first DUI, they will have to do 40 hours of community service. For multiple DUIs, the community service requirement increases to 30 days or more. Before signing up to do volunteer work towards DUI community service hours, make sure that the work will qualify as approved community service recognized by the court. Our Talbotton GA DUI Lawyers have seen too many people complete community service hours at places that are not court approved and then they have to start all over.

On the other hand, even if you plan to fight the charges, and plead not guilty, doing community service may be recommended. If the judge sees that you are taking your case seriously, and completing DUI school and community service hours, it may go a long way to gaining a successful plea deal. Even if your case is later dismissed, or you are found not guilty, community service will also allow you to give back to your community, and can be a very rewarding experience. Our DUI Lawyers in Talbotton GA usually recommend our clients go ahead and complete community service before going to court.

How to Find a Court Approved Community Service Organization in Georgia?

There are a number of organizations which qualify as court-approved community service work. Many registered not-for-profit groups will qualify, but it may be best to contact Talbotton Municipal Court or Talbot County Probate Court to see if they have an approved listing of community service groups. There are also online resources, including Hands On Atlanta, which allows you to search for qualifying volunteer opportunities, with a check box for Court Ordered Volunteers.

There are many kinds of activities that you can find when fulfilling DUI community service hours. This could include working at a farmer's market, prepping and serving food at a homeless shelter, checking tickets and providing information a museum, or even working at a community farm.

If you or a loved one have been arrested for a DUI, you may be facing community service work in addition to the other penalties associated with a conviction. So it is important to consider all the requirements that come with a guilty conviction before deciding how to handle your DUI charges. Your DUI Lawyer in Talbotton GA will be able to advise you on all the consequences of a criminal record for a DUI arrest, and let you know what possible defenses you have to make sure you don't get convicted.

Talbotton GA Municipal Court

If you were arrested for DUI within Talbotton city limits, your case will proceed to Talbotton Municipal Court. Court is held at 15 South Washington Avenue, Talbotton, GA 31827. For more information, call 706-665-8542.

Contact Our Talbotton GA DUI Lawyers Before Starting Community Service

Our DUI Attorneys in Talbotton GA will make sure you find the appropriate place to volunteer and complete your community service hours. However, we will also use your willingness to complete community service as leverage to get a lesser punishment. Contact our lawyers today and see how we will fight for you!