Stone Mountain DUI Lawyer

Stone Mountain DUI Lawyer - Stone Mountain DUI Attorney

Beginning his career as a Georgia DUI Prosecutor, Richard Lawson has gained valuable experience and skill to represent thousands of DUI cases for over twenty five years. After working as a prosecutor, Richard set out to create a DUI Defense law firm and is now the top-rated DUI Attorney in the state. Please check out his reviews on AVVO, and contact the Law Office of Richard Lawson to begin your best defense.

30-Day Warning

If you are arrested for DUI, an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) Hearing or an ignition interlock device must be requested in writing within thirty days of your arrest date. If the ALS Hearing is not requested within the 30-day timeframe, you give up your right to challenge your license suspension. If you are accused of refusing the State's chemical test of your breath, blood, or urine, your license will be suspended, with no chance for a permit to drive. Call our office whenever you need a DUI Attorney in Stone Mountain.

Stone Mountain Georgia Municipal Court

Choosing a Stone Mountain DUI Lawyer

Choosing the right DUI Lawyer to represent you in your Stone Mountain DUI case is crucial. Do not choose just any attorney you come across in the phone book or on the Internet. Keep in mind, you have thirty days from the date of your arrest to file for the ALS Hearing or interlock device. That is a good time to research Stone Mountain DUI Attorneys who suit your legal representation needs. Do you want a lawyer from a huge law firm that handles all types of legal cases, or do you want a firm that exclusively specializes in DUI Defense?

The Stone Mountain DUI Lawyers with the Law Office of Richard Lawson know Georgia DUI Law inside and out. The initial consultation is always free. Before you make a rush decision and choose the wrong Stone Mountain DUI Lawyer to represent you, contact our office and speak with one of our DUI Lawyers in Stone Mountain about your Stone Mountain DUI case. Maybe you are a good person that has been put in a bad situation. The Stone Mountain DUI Attorneys with the Law Office of Richard Lawson know that everyone makes mistakes. However, we must learn from them and do everything we can to keep from repeating them. Do not make another mistake by choosing the wrong Stone Mountain DUI Lawyer to represent you in court.

Fighting a Stone Mountain DUI Charge

Contrary to what you may think or what you might have been told, there is a lot that can be done to prevent a DUI conviction. First, you must research and educate yourself. Hiring an attorney who specializes in DUI Defense is your best bet. Having the experience and vast knowledge of a seasoned professional in your corner can be the difference between having your case dismissed or being convicted.

About Field Sobriety Tests

When you are pulled over, if law enforcement suspects you are under the influence, they will ask you to get out of your car and perform a battery of field sobriety tests. The tests can include touching your nose, walking a straight line, standing on one leg, reciting the alphabet, and standing while following the officer's finger or pen with your eyes. They are looking for delayed reaction times, nystagmus (repetitive, uncontrolled eye movement), a lack of coordination/balance, and any other sign of intoxication. If the police decide you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs based on how well you do on the field sobriety tests; you will be arrested and a later chemical test of your breath, blood, or urine will be given if you refused the roadside breath test.

The best thing to do during a traffic stop is remain calm. DUI arrests are unfortunately made many times a day and may be dismissed due to bad evidence, improper testing procedures, or plain officer negligence. Hire a knowledgeable Stone Mountain DUI Attorney who can protect your rights, driver's license, and your precious freedom.

About Breath Testing

Each of our Stone Mountain DUI Lawyers is certified as a breath test instructor. That gives them the competitive edge. They know all about breath testing techniques and the machines used, and mistakes that could occur during testing. It is entirely plausible that the blood alcohol content taken at the roadside could be lower than the blood alcohol content taken at the police station. That is because alcohol takes about three hours to process through your system. There is an increased amount of DUI stops and arrests because more police officers are being trained in administering breath tests. Having a Stone Mountain DUI Attorney by your side who is also a breath testing specialist is the best defense.

You Have Options

Just because you have been arrested and charged with DUI in Stone Mountain does not mean you have no options. There are many options available of which you may not be aware. Our experienced DUI Attorneys in Stone Mountain can best advise you, and many times can help you mitigate or avoid harsh penalties through pretrial negotiations, trial, or other resolution.

Why Choose Us?

The Law Office of Richard Lawson is a dedicated DUI Defense firm with extensive trial and courtroom experience. Unfortunately, there are too many defense attorneys out there who lack courtroom experience. Many also lack the confidence or the skill needed to litigate a DUI case effectively. For this reason, many lawyers try to strong arm their clients into a plea bargain when that may not be the best option. It is true that plea agreements are the easiest and most sensible way to bring a criminal case to a close. However, negotiating a plea requires the ability and willingness to go to trial if all else fails.

In a majority of cases, you will be presented with a plea offer. However, at the Law Office of Richard Lawson, our Stone Mountain DUI Lawyers will not try to sell you on a plea bargain if that is not in your best interest. Accordingly, effective legal representation for our clients requires a clear understanding of the unique circumstances surrounding your case, options available to you, as well as understanding their concerns and goals.

COURT INFORMATION

Stone Mountain Courthouse

Stone Mountain Municipal Court

If you were arrested and charged with misdemeanor DUI within the city limits of Stone Mountain, you need a Stone Mountain DUI Attorney to handle your case. The Honorable Warren Hoffman is the Municipal Court Judge, and Janet Lewis is the Chief Clerk. Court is held at 875 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083. Court Services hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. For court dates and other information, call toll-free at (844) 848-4749.

Below are some rules of Stone Mountain Municipal Court:

Phones and pagers should be silenced or turned off. If your phone or pager goes off during Court, you could be fined, charged with Contempt of Court, or have your case reset;
Sunglasses (non-prescription) and hats may not be worn in the courtroom;
When you enter the courtroom, you will be given a “plea sheet.” It will explain your rights and must be filled out and signed before your case is heard.

Dedicated to Client Satisfaction

At the Law Office of Richard Lawson, we strive to deliver the highest level of personalized attention, service, and availability. We know that each case is different, and we approach them all from a client-driven perspective. We accomplish this by answering emails, being available for meetings and phone calls as much as possible. If you have been arrested for DUI in Stone Mountain, or anywhere in DeKalb County, give us a call and get peace of mind knowing your case is in good hands.

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