Protection From An Experienced Jasper DUI And Traffic Violation Attorney

A traffic stop may not seem like a big deal, but Georgia takes any traffic violation very seriously, especially if that violation involves alcohol. Penalties can include fines and losing your license, which you may depend on every day. If you are charged with driving under the influence (DUI), you could also face jail time and a host of other penalties, even for a first offense.

D. Charles Fulcher, Attorney at Law, LLC, has been fighting for his clients’ rights for over a decade. Founding attorney D. Charles “Charlie” Fulcher has more than a decade of knowledge and experience. Charlie cares about every client. He understands how important your driver’s license is to you. He serves clients facing criminal charges in Pickens County and throughout Northern Georgia.

Practical Defense Solutions For Traffic Offenses And DUI Charges

Charlie has spent more than a decade as a criminal defense lawyer for the people of Georgia. As a litigation attorney, he does not hesitate to take your case before any court in any jurisdiction. Just a few of the drunk driving and traffic violations that he regularly handles include:

• Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI)
• Drug-related DUI and resulting drug charges
• Speeding violations
• Reckless driving charges
• Commercial driver’s license (CDL) DUI
• CDL traffic offenses
• License suspension or revocation
• Other significant traffic offenses

Attorney Charlie looks at the details of your case and begins strategizing immediately. He considers particulars such as the approaches of the prosecuting attorney handling your case, any past incident on your record, and the value of a plea bargain versus the risk of a trial.

How Does Georgia’s Point System For Traffic Violations Work?

If you think a traffic citation is nothing to worry about, think again. Most driving offenses in Georgia will earn you points on your license. If you reach 15 points within 24 months, the Department of Driver Services (DDS) will suspend your license. These points threaten not only your license but also your car insurance rates.

If you hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or if you are under 21, you need to be especially careful regarding your license status. Your ability to drive is important to you, which is why Charlie will fight your traffic citations to protect your license.

Georgia DUI: What You Should Know

In Georgia, a police officer may charge you with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol based on your driving, a field sobriety test or a chemical test. The chemical test must show that you have a blood alcohol level of .08% or higher or that you have drugs in your system.

These rules are different if you are under 21 or have a CDL. Georgia has a zero-tolerance policy for drivers under age 21. You can get a DUI for having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of under .02%. You can get a DUI charge if you have a CDL and have a BAC of .04% or higher.

What Are The Penalties For DUI In Georgia?

DUI penalties are stiff, even for a first offense. A DUI charge can result in two different types of penalties:

• Civil DUI: The civil penalty involves a suspension of your license. The DDS will handle this part of your case. In most cases, the DDS will suspend your license for six months for a first offense, though you may be able to obtain a temporary permit. For additional charges within five years, the penalties increase. The DDS sanctions can sometimes change if you refuse to complete the requested test.
• Criminal DUI: If convicted of the criminal DUI charge, you may also face fines, jail time, community service and DUI educational classes. Fines start out at $300 to $500 for a first offense and can be quite a bit more with court costs, with ten days in jail, plus probation, substance abuse evaluation and community service. The penalties increase for severe cases and additional charges within ten years. A fourth offense is charged as a felony.

The effect of a DUI on your life goes beyond paying a fine or even losing your license. A DUI on your record can affect your employment, housing, education and even your personal life.

The Importance Of A Proactive Traffic Lawyer

Protect Your Right To Drive – Contact A Georgia DUI Lawyer Today

Charlie Fulcher is ready to help you right away. Call him at his Jasper office via 706-314-8068 or send him an email to schedule a consultation.