about dui defense
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About DUI DefenseA PRESENTATION BY THE LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT F. PIRKLE
UNDERSTANDING DUI LAWS
Like most states in the nation, law enforcement agencies in Savannah adhere to the belief that driving is a privilege - not a right.
Any time a driver displays behavior that abuses the privilege to drive and puts the public roads in danger, prosecutors will push hard to penalize the driver to the highest degree of the law.
Georgia's Department of Driver Services will suspend or revoke a driver's license any time a driver has been arrested for a DUI, refuses to take a chemical test, or any other DUI-related offenses.
TYPES OF DUI CASES
Multiple DUI Leaving the Scene Homicide by Vehicle Felony DUI Underage DUI DUI with Drugs DUI Expungement Breath and Blood Tests
WHAT ARE THE GROUNDS FOR ARREST?
It is unlawful to drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicating substances.
In Georgia, a person cannot drive while under the influence of alcohol to the extent that it is less safe for he or she to drive, and the same applies to any type of drug (even lawfully prescribed prescription medications).
The BAC level established for adults is .08% Persons under the age of 21, it is established
at just .02%
WHAT ARE THE PENALTIES?
First-time offenders may face the following penalties: Jail sentence not exceeding 1 year Fines not exceeding $1,000 Community services hours License reinstatement fees Probation-related consequences
WHAT ARE THE PENALTIES FOR AN ACCIDENT?
Penalties for DUI manslaughter are the following: Maximum 20 years in prison Fines up to $1,000 Driver’s license suspension Probation Increased insurance rates
WERE YOU ARRESTED FOR DUI?
Although you may be facing a stressful time, you do not have to work through matters on your own.
Rest-assured that Attorney Pirkle possesses the skills, resources, and experience necessary to handle even the most complex DUI cases.
Call the firm today and schedule your free case evaluation to learn more about your rights and potential legal defenses.
CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT F. PIRKLE
SAVANNAH DUI LAWYERJohnson Square Business Center 2 E Bryan St, #1500 Savannah, Georgia 31401
Contact Email: [email protected] Phone: (912) 493-9506 Fax: (912) 298-0414