Third DUI in Georgia
DUI in Georgia Third Offense
IN Georgia, a third DUI conviction, within 5 years of the first DUI, positions an individual as a habitual offender.
- Jail time, min. 15 days + community service.
- Fines up to $5,000 + other fees.
- Mandatory suspension of driver's license.
- Mandatory vehicle ignition interlock device.
Third DUI Penalties
In Georgia, conviction of a third DUI, within 10 years of the first DUI conviction, is a high and aggravated misdemeanor. It brings significant penalties which includes:
- Jail time, min. 15 days + community service.
- Fines up to $5,000 + other fees.
- 5-year driver's license suspension
- Mandatory vehicle ignition interlock device.
Third DUI Lawyers
Arrange a consultation to get answers to your questions and learn how we can help you. Here are a few ways we can help you:
- Fact gathering and investigations.
- Direct discussions with DUI prosecutors.
- Help with hearings, bond amounts, etc.
- Plea deals and DUI trial representation.
What should I do now?
Contact a DUI lawyer in Cherokee County immediately if you have been charged with third DUI offense. Firstly, it is your right to have a defense attorney fight for you. If you are not represented by a DUI lawyer, the police and prosection have a huge advantage. From the moment of the traffic stop they started acquiring evidence to build a DUI case against you.
What results can I expect?
There are no guarantees for results in DUI cases. During your consultation we can provide you with a good idea of potential outcomes. Every case has it's own unique circumstances. If you're reading this you already know you need a lawyer. Call or contact us online for a consultation to get a legal opinion on the severity of your case.
What if I don't hire a lawyer?
For a court appearance your options are represent yourself or hire a lawyer. (To get a public defender you are required to prove you're indigent). People who represent themselves rarely like the outcome. If you don't hire a lawyer you are almost certainly going to receive whatever the prosecutor asks of the judge.