Holly Springs DUI Lawyer

Holly Springs DUI Lawyer - Holly Springs DUI Attorney

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If you were arrested and charged with DUI in Holly Springs, Georgia, you are probably unsure of what will happen to you. Will you go to prison? Lose your job? Have your license suspended? Those questions and more can be answered with a free consultation with one of the Holly Springs DUI Lawyers with the Law Office of Richard Lawson. Call today for expert legal advice.

A former prosecutor, Richard Lawson knows all the ins and outs of a DUI case. He is the top-rated DUI Defense Attorney in Georgia. Check out his reviews on Avvo and see why!

At the Law Office of Richard Lawson, we know an arrest for DUI can be devastating. A felony or even misdemeanor DUI conviction can result in:

Ruining your reputation;
Losing your job;
Thousands of dollars in fines and fees;
Suspension of your driver's license;
Increase in premiums (or cancelation of) car insurance;
JAIL or PRISON time.

In Holly Springs, most people commute to work, and there is no public transportation. Losing one's driver's license can have a devastating effect on their career and personal life. Our Holly Springs DUI Lawyers have extensive expertise in DUI Defense. We know that good people sometimes make mistakes or be accused of a crime they did not commit.

We are on the cutting edge of DUI Defense. The Holly Springs DUI Attorneys with The Law Office of Richard Lawson stay up-to-date with current Georgia DUI laws, case rulings, DUI science, and scholarly articles. The credentials of our office have been established through countless hours of continuing legal education. Clients can trust our skill and effective representation.

If you have been arrested for DUI or any other alcohol-related offense in Holly Springs, take the time to search for and hire a Holly Springs DUI Attorney who is successful and experienced in DUI Defense. General practitioners who only occasionally practice DUI law do not know all the legal and scientific complexity that can accompany DUI cases. An experienced Holly Springs DUI Lawyer can pinpoint police errors, unreliable tests of breath, blood, or urine and any other legal nuances that can make a difference between a successful outcome and going to jail.

We cannot promise a favorable outcome, but do guarantee you will receive unparalleled representation and every bit of our experience and effort to fight your case.

What Not To Do When You Are Arrested for DUI

There you are, on your way home after a night out with friends, when suddenly you see those blue lights flashing, signaling you to pull over. You know you were obeying the speed limit, so what could be the reason you are being pulled over? Before the officer gets to your window, you get out your license and registration and immediately remember that you had a few beers with dinner and thought "Am I about to be arrested for DUI?"

If you have never been in trouble with the law before, you probably know nothing about the criminal process. It is understandable to be scared and confused when being arrested for DUI. Here are some things NOT to do:

Avoid making admissions or statements to law enforcement, detective, the judge or anyone else;
Do not panic or make any quick decisions you could end up regretting;
No matter how nice the arresting police officer is to you, do not confess or offer any additional information than necessary;
DO NOT lie to police.

Although an arrest for DUI can be traumatic, remember to stay calm. Once you are able, write down every detail you can remember from the night of your arrest:

Where you were and what you did before you got behind the wheel
How much you had to eat and drink and how long afterward you were arrested
How the officer treated you
Location of where you were pulled over by police

Be sure to write down everything you can remember, even if it seems insignificant at the time. Next, contact the Law Office of Richard Lawson and speak with one of our seasoned Holly Springs DUI Attorneys for a free consultation.

30-Day Warning:

If you were arrested for DUI in Georgia, you ONLY have thirty days to request an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) Hearing or request an ignition interlock device to be installed on your vehicle. The State of Georgia requires a fee of $150 to file the request. If the request is not made or is not completed within the thirty (30) days, your license will be suspended. If you have been accused of refusing the State's testing of your breath, blood or urine, you will experience a 12-month suspension with no permit to drive.

SKILLED DUI ATTORNEY IN HOLLY SPRINGS

The Law Office of Richard Lawson is a DUI Defense law firm that is highly skilled in all areas of Georgia DUI law. We only handle DUI and DUI-related cases such as vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit-and-run, and other such cases. Our Holly Springs DUI Attorneys will leave no stone unturned in defending your case. If there is a defense that will help you, we will find it no matter what!

Our Holly Springs DUI Lawyers are knowledgeable in breath, blood, and urine testing, and will use every possible bit of science available to give your case an advantage in court.

WHAT SETS US APART FROM THE REST

The Law Office of Richard Lawson is the premier DUI Defense firm in Georgia. Our founder, Richard Lawson, is a former Georgia prosecutor with over 25 years of experience defending DUI cases. The reputation of the firm has been built on his dedication to providing outstanding customer service. Richard makes sure that each and every client's case receives the full attention they expect and deserve. His dedicated team of DUI Attorneys in Holly Springs will carefully analyze each client's individual case and prepare the best legal defense.

Being arrested and charged with DUI in Holly Springs can bring about grave consequences; especially if you have never had any law enforcement involvement in the past or do not know which defenses are available to you.

Georgia DUI Penalties can be harsh and include a jail sentence, driver's license suspension, massive fines and fees, installation of an ignition interlock device, and alcohol and drug counseling, to name a few.

WE CAN HELP

As you can see, the stakes are high. It is crucial to have a qualified Holly Springs DUI Attorney to defend your case and protect your rights.

When you choose the Law Office of Richard Lawson to represent your case, an experienced Holly Springs DUI Lawyer will give a comprehensive analysis of the facts of your individual DUI case to determine the best course of action.

Our goal in each of our DUI cases is to determine if your charges/case can be dismissed or result in an acquittal after trial, or instead, work to lessen any penalties associated with your conviction.

HOLLY SPRINGS COURT SYSTEM

Holly Springs Municipal Court

If you have been arrested for misdemeanor DUI within Holly Springs city limits, your case will go through Holly Springs Municipal Court. The Chief Municipal Court Judge is Darrell R. Caudill, Jr. The Clerk of Court is Whitney Dickens and Christine Davidson is the Deputy Clerk. You can reach the office of the Clerk of Court by calling (770) 345-5538. The municipal court address is 3235 Holly Springs Parkway, Holly Springs, Georgia 30115.

Cherokee County State Court

If you were arrested for DUI and would like a jury trial, your case would go through Cherokee County State Court. There are three State Court Judges: Chief Judge W. Alan Jordan, Judge A. Dee Morris, and Michelle L.H. Homier. To contact Patty Baker, Clerk of Courts, call (678) 493-6511. Court is held at the Cherokee County Courthouse at 90 North Street, Canton, Georgia 30114.

Cherokee County Superior Court

The Superior Court of Cherokee County handles all felony DUI cases. There are three Superior Court judges: Chief Judge Jackson Harris, Judge Ellen McElyea, and Judge David Cannon. Court is held at the Mills Justice Center at 90 North Street, Canton, Georgia 30114. Contact Patty Baker, Clerk of Courts at (678) 493-6511.

TAKE ACTION

Holly Springs DUI Attorney Richard Lawson and his team regularly defend citizens who have been arrested and accused of DUI. We are committed to offering the best, most effective DUI Defense for all our clients. The Law Offices of Richard Lawson are here to assist you in your time of need. Whether you need a DUI Attorney in Holly Springs or elsewhere in Cherokee County, we will provide you with the best representation you can find.

Recent Case Results

This case was in Helen Municipal Court. The client was charged with a DUI and four counts of DUI Child Endangerment. In Georgia, for every child under the age of 14 in a vehicle it is considered a separate DUI offense. The client would have been declared an habitual violator from one arrest an... Read On
Client was charged with a suspended license because he did not reinstate his privilege to drive after the expiration of his restricted license. Per my advice, the client properly reinstated his license the day after he was charged. Case Dismissed in Cobb County State Court. Read On
Client was a resident of New York who was arrested while he was visiting Georgia for pleasure. He was charged with DUI, Reckless Driving, and Speeding 37 MPH over the speed limit. We were able to get the client an unbelievable outcome in Hampton, Georgia. His DUI dismissed, his speeding ticket wa... Read On

Recommendations

DUI WITH HIGH BAC (.112) LOWERED TO RECKLESS DRIVING!

Richard was not the first lawyer I spoke with after my DUI charge, but he was the last when searching for representation. This was my very first time encountering any sort of legal dispute so I had no idea what I was doing and I was very scared. Richard was very friendly, down to earth and consol... Read On
Miracle Worker!

Not only did Richard Lawson and his very capable associate get my DUI reduced to reckless driving with parole, but he did something that I didn't think was possible. I was stopped for a moving violation recently. The police arrested me because they showed my driver's license had been suspended. H... Read On
Ideal attorney for anyone

Mr. Lawson is outstanding. He was professional, attentive to any requests, and got the outcome I wanted but thought was unachievable. I had been arrested for a DUI. The case was very difficult, intricate, and was seemingly without hope, but Mr. Lawson was able to get the charges drastically reduc... Read On