Sugar Hill DUI Attorney

Being arrested and convicted of DUI in Sugar Hill can be a scary and costly experience. Even at the lowest level of punishment, a Sugar Hill DUI conviction can mean time in jail, hundreds of dollars in fines and court costs, and potential license suspension. A DUI conviction can also be held against you by auto insurers, potential employers, and others for years to come. No matter your circumstances, it is a mistake to plead guilty without first consulting with a Sugar Hill DUI Lawyer. Our founder, Richard S. Lawson, worked as a prosecutor before opening up his own firm. This experience gives us the advantage because we know how the other side thinks. Contact us now for a free case evaluation.

Let Our Experienced DUI Lawyers in Sugar Hill Help You Today

At The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson, our Sugar Hill DUI Attorneys will thoroughly review your case and lay out your legal options for fighting the DUI charge. Our DUI Lawyers in Sugar Hill have decades of DUI defense experience and are skilled in spotting the strengths and weaknesses in the prosecution's case against you. We work diligently to develop a robust defense strategy that takes into account every angle of your case and the evidence being used against you. Because our practice is dedicated to DUI defense, we are intimately familiar with the ever-changing laws and the nuances of DUI law. Our Sugar Hill DUI Lawyers know how to make the law work for you instead of against you.

Sugar Hill DUI Defenses

If you have been charged with DUI in Sugar Hill or anywhere else in Gwinnett County, it is critical that you have an experienced Sugar Hill DUI Lawyer to defend you. There are multiple opportunities to challenge your arrest and/or evidence throughout your case. Our knowledgeable defense attorneys will work quickly to reduce or eliminate the damage a DUI can cause. Some of the factors we look into when building your defense include:

• When and where the officer informed you of your Miranda rights
• The arresting officer's administration and interpretation of field sobriety tests
• The chain of custody for blood or breath samples
• The officer's history with DUI arrests and training
• Whether there was reasonable suspicion supporting the initial stop of your vehicle
• Whether the roadblock was conducted appropriately
• Whether there was probable cause to arrest you
• When and how the arresting officer read you the Implied Consent Notice

We guarantee that we will leave no stone unturned when handling your DUI case. Our Sugar Hill DUI Lawyers understand the consequences you are facing and want to help minimize the impact on your life. However, the best defenses begin by calling us.

ALS Hearings

When the police arrest someone for a DUI in Sugar Hill or anywhere else in Gwinnett County, it starts both a criminal prosecution and a civil administrative action against the accused.  Most are familiar with a traditional criminal prosecution.  However, there is a second "civil prosecution" against the defendant in regards to their privilege to drive. 

The civil action against a suspected DUI driver starts within thirty days of a person's arrest. An accused DUI driver only has thirty days to appeal their automatic license suspension or to install an ignition interlock device on their vehicle. Otherwise, their license will be automatically suspended.  

If you refuse chemical testing or submit to testing and your blood alcohol concentration is higher than .08%, the officer will confiscate your physical driver's license and fill out what is called a 1205 form. This form is a temporary driver's license that is valid for 30 days. To continue driving, a 30-Day Letter must be submitted timely with a $150 check or money order. When this letter is received, it stays the license suspension until your administrative license suspension (ALS) hearing. 

Your Sugar Hill DUI Attorney will handle this hearing for you so you do not have to appear. At this hearing, they will argue the lack of probable cause to arrest for the DUI or that the arresting officers violated Georgia's Implied Consent Law. Winning this hearing saves your privilege to drive in Georgia.

Sugar Hill Municipal Court

Sugar Hill Municipal Court handles cases involving traffic violations, city ordinance violations, and other misdemeanors, including DUI, that occur with the city limits of Sugar Hill. Sugar Hill Municipal Court is held at Sugar Hill City Hall located at 5039 West Broad Street, Sugar Hill, GA 30518. Kimberly B. Landers is the Chief Municipal Court Clerk and may be reached by calling (770) 945-6734.  The Honorable Margaret Gettie Washburn is the Chief Judge, and Charles Barrett is the Associate Judge.

Contact Us Today

Choosing a Sugar Hill DUI Attorney can be one of the most important decisions you ever make. Whether you are dealing with your first DUI, second DUI, or felony DUI charge, we can make a huge difference in your case, life, and future. Schedule a free consultation with our dedicated DUI Lawyers in Sugar Hill today. Our attorneys are ready to hear your story and give you advice on the next steps.