Cave Spring DUI Lawyer

If you have been arrested for DUI in Cave Springs GA , you are probably feeling scared, confused, and overwhelmed.  All of that is understandable, since Georgia's DUI laws are very strict, and punishments can be severe.  Our Cave Spring DUI Lawyers are dedicated to helping you when you need it most. Call now for a free case evaluation.

Ignition Interlock Devices in Cave Spring GA DUI Cases

If you are required to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle or choose to install one to avoid the automatic suspension of your license, there are multiple fees you will be responsible for. There is usually a $100-$200 installation fee as well as monthly fees ranging from $70-$100 per month.

Other costs not included are maintenance fees and calibration charges. Before going to a shop, call to make sure they are willing to install the device on your vehicle. Some shops avoid installing IID devices on luxury cars because they do not want to be responsible if the vehicle is damaged. Additionally, it may be more expensive to install an IID on a new vehicle because their wiring information has not been released.

Before installing an ignition interlock device on your vehicle, it is critical that you call and speak with our Cave Spring GA DUI Lawyers. We will make sure you understand the commitment you are undertaking as well as advise you of other options. With over 50 combined years of experience, our DUI Attorneys in Cave Spring know how to help.

Ignition Interlock Device Tampering in Cave Spring

Under O.C.G.A. §42-8-118, there are three difference ways in which a person can be convicted of tampering with an ignition interlock device:

1. By requesting or soliciting another person to blow into the device to start the vehicle
2. By blowing into an IID to start the vehicle for a person with a restricting driving license
3. By tampering or circumventing the operation of an ignition interlock device.

The penalties for tampering with an ignition interlock device are severe.  If charged with tampering with an IID device, the accused will be charged with a misdemeanor punishable by a $1,000, up to one year in jail, or both. Additionally, it will likely result in a probation revocation hearing where the judge forgoes the rest of probation and requires the driver to finish their sentence in jail. Another possible outcome is that the judge may extend the amount of time the IID will remain on your vehicle.

However, with the assistance of our Cave Spring DUI Lawyers, you may be able to avoid these penalties. We have decades of experience negotiating a reduced punishment or getting the charges dismissed for our clients. Find out how we can assist in your case by calling us today.

What Happens if Alcohol is Detected on the Ignition Interlock Device?

One condition for every person on probation for DUI is that they are prohibited from consuming any alcohol. It is not their BAC that is measured; it is whether the device detects any amount of alcohol! Many people do not understand that a driver's probation officer will have access to every sample provided on the device. IID devices keep a record of the activity on the device. This record is printed out or downloaded, and the probation officer reviews the results. If the driver fails to provide a sample or tests positive for alcohol, the probation officer will likely file a petition to revoke some or all of their probation. The next step is that a warrant is issued for their arrest and they will be held until the hearing, Hearings can take up to 30 days, and the probationer will be left in jail until the hearing.

It is important to note using certain products can lead to a false positive for alcohol by the device. Some of these products include mouthwash, gels, soaps, hand sanitizers, and hand wipes. These products have isopropyl alcohol in them, and the IID is unable to tell the difference between this and ethyl alcohol. However, proving it was isopropyl instead of ethyl can be difficult. Contact one of our Cave Spring DUI Attorney today if this applies to you.

Cave Spring Municipal Court

Cave Spring Municipal Court handles cases arising from DUI charges, city ordinance violations, traffic offenses, and other misdemeanor charges within Cave Spring city limits. Municipal Court is held at 4:00 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at the Cave Spring City Hall located at 110 Georgia Avenue, Cave Spring, GA 30124. The Honorable Steve Burkhalter presides over the Court, and Ms. Judy Dickinson is the Court Clerk. For more information, call 706.777.3382.

Contact Our Cave Spring GA DUI Attorneys

No matter your situation, our DUI Lawyers in Cave Spring are here for you! Our practice is dedicated to defending those charged with DUI and we have achieved excellent results for our clients through the years. Find out how we will make all the difference in your case. Call now for a free case evaluation.