Georgia DUI Fines
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Anyone convicted of a Georgia DUI first offense will tell you to avoid a conviction at all costs! That’s because they know just how severe the penalties really are. Jail, community service, probation…the list goes on and on. And while these are all serious punishments, the ones that may hurt you the most in the long run are the fines and costs associated with a DUI.
Even if this is your first offense and you have no criminal record, a judge may still impose costly fines if you’re convicted of a Georgia DUI. The minimum fine is $300 and the maximum is $1,000. And keep in mind, these are completely separate from the other costs you’ll face for being convicted of DUI.
For instance, if you’re lucky enough to have a forgiving insurance company, they may not cancel your policy. However, your rates will skyrocket. And let’s face it, keeping a vehicle on the road is expensive enough as it is. As if that’s not enough, a DUI may also hinder your ability to obtain or maintain employment. So if you’ve recently been charged with a first offense DUI and you think you can’t afford a lawyer, think again! It will cost you more in the long run if you are convicted of DUI.
And the sooner you contact an attorney, the better. DUI laws are complicated and ever changing, and you’ll want to give your lawyer as much time to prepare your case as you can. An experienced attorney will want to review the evidence against you, interview witnesses and find the flaws in the prosecution’s case. Remember, the prosecution has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were driving under the influence.
Whether you were arrested for DUI for failing a breath, blood or urine test or you refused to submit to a chemical test, your attorney can build you a solid defense. For instance, did you know that police need probable cause in order to stop your vehicle? They also need probable cause to begin a DUI investigation.
These are just some of the issues a Georgia DUI defense attorney will raise with the goal of having your charge be reduced or dismissed.