Buford GA DUI Lawyer – Buford GA DUI Attorney
Former Georgia DUI Prosecutor
Richard Lawson is a former DUI prosecutor with over 25 years' experience in Georgia DUI Law. His firm, the Law Office of Richard Lawson, is a law firm that is exclusively devoted to the defense of DUI and DUI-related charges. Please check out his reviews on Avvo and contact his office 24 hours a day, seven days a week for a free, no-obligation consultation with a DUI Lawyer in Buford GA.
30-Day Warning!
After your arrest for DUI in Buford, Georgia (or anywhere in Gwinnett County), you only have thirty days from the date of your arrest to request an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing or an ignition interlock device or your Georgia driver's license will be suspended. The State charges a $150 filing fee. If you refused the State's test of breath, blood, or urine, you could expect a one-year license suspension, with no chance for a restricted permit. Since the ALS hearing is separate from your criminal case, your Buford GA DUI Attorney can handle both for you.Â
Fight Your Buford GA DUI Charges
The State of Georgia has very stringent laws against driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Unfortunately, many people arrested for DUI are good hardworking people who have made a wrong decision or have been unjustly accused of something they simply did not do.
If you are pulled over and law enforcement suspects you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you will be arrested and charged with DUI. If you are subsequently convicted of DUI, you face severe penalties and possible time in jail. There are ways to fight your case and avoid these consequences with the assistance of a Buford GA DUI Lawyer with the Law Office of Richard Lawson.
How Can Our Office Help You?
A Georgia DUI conviction will be a part of your criminal record for the rest of your life. No matter if it is your first DUI arrest, or you just cannot afford to get another, the Buford Georgia DUI Attorneys with the Law Office of Richard Lawson is committed to helping you get the best outcome possible for your Buford GA DUI case.Â
Whether the final disposition is a dismissal or having your charges reduced, Richard Lawson and his staff of Buford GA DUI Lawyers are uniquely armored to help individuals facing DUI charges. You can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that your Buford GA DUI Lawyer is dedicated to getting you the best possible results for your case with legal professionalism and a high standard of integrity.
Buford GA DUI Defense
As a former Georgia DUI prosecutor, Richard Lawson has over 25 years of experience in criminal law. He has a strong background of defending clients against their DUI charges, so you know you can trust him with your Buford Georgia DUI case. He and his team of Buford Georgia DUI Lawyers will fight to make sure your rights and freedoms are protected to the fullest extent of the law.Â
Uniquely Qualified
Regardless of the circumstances of your Buford Georgia DUI case, you deserve the very best in legal representation. Hiring a former DUI prosecutor to defend your case is a smart move. Having an attorney who knows both sides of a DUI case is an advantage that few can boast.
DUI Defense Strategies
An arrest for DUI does not equal guilt, and it does not mean you will be convicted. In fact, attorneys often uncover errors in the prosecution's case such as:
- Police did not have probable cause to pull you over;
- Your rights were violated during the DUI investigation or arrest;
- Your breath or blood test were done incorrectly; or
- The breath-testing machine was improperly maintained or calibrated.Â
With his extensive experience in Georgia DUI defense, Richard Lawson is adept at finding weaknesses in the prosecutor's case. With familiarity with breath, blood, and field sobriety tests, Richard knows what defenses to look for and how to get your charges reduced or even get your case dismissed. He is proficient in all matters relating to DUI, including ALS hearings, sentencing, appeals, and illegal police stops. He or one of his Buford GA DUI Attorneys will provide you with competence and comprehension of the law to serve you better.
Drugs and DUI
Criminal charges of DUI are not limited to just alcohol. Under Georgia law, it is just as illegal to drive while under the influence of a drug, whether it is an illegal drug, controlled substance, or over-the-counter medicine.
The issue with DUI-Drug cases is determining how much of the drug is actually in your system. No method is entirely accurate, as intoxication levels vary from one individual to another.
If you have been arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs, you need an effective and passionate legal advocate. The Buford GA DUI Attorneys with the Law Office of Richard Lawson has successful experience defending DUI cases that involve drugs.
Buford GA Municipal Court
Buford Municipal Court is held the third Friday of every other month at either the Buford Municipal Court Building at 2200 Buford Highway, Buford, GA 30518 or the Annex Building at 2300 Buford Highway, Buford, GA 30518. Please check the court calendar for where court will be held on your court date. The Honorable William F. Brogdon is the Municipal Court Judge, and Kim C. Wolfe is the Chief Court Clerk. Please call (770) 945-6761 for more information.Â
Map to Buford GA Municipal Court
Map to Buford GA Municipal Court AnnexÂ
Serving Buford GA
A DUI conviction will stay with you forever. To make sure it does not ruin the rest of your life, it is imperative to work with an experienced, seasoned legal professional. Buford Georgia DUI Attorney Richard Lawson is dedicated to giving you professional legal guidance every step of your Buford Georgia DUI case.Â
You may feel down and depressed after being accused of such a serious charge. It is our job to see that you get your life together and get back on your feet after a Buford GA DUI charge.
We have DUI Lawyers in Buford GA waiting right to take your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Do not delay; your charges will not resolve themselves.
Buford GA DUI Resources
Buford GA Department of Public Safety
Gwinnett County Police Department
Administrative Office of the Courts
Georgia Department of Driver Services