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A DUI charge in Georgia can change your life—impacting your driving privileges, insurance, career, and even your freedom. At Met Lane Law, our experienced Carrollton DUI attorneys fight to protect your rights and minimize the damage to your future. From first-time charges to repeat offenses, we deliver aggressive, strategic defense tailored to your case.
Our Carrollton-based DUI defense includes:
First-time and repeat DUI offenses
Refusal of breath, blood, or urine tests
Underage DUI (under 21)
CDL (Commercial Driver License) DUI
Drug-related DUI (prescription or illegal substances)
DMV license suspension hearings
Felony DUI and DUI with injury
We understand the local court system, law enforcement procedures, and legal strategies to challenge DUI charges in Georgia.
We know the Carrollton, GA court system—including local judges and prosecutors—and use that insight to shape effective defense strategies.
You only have 30 days after a DUI arrest to request a license hearing. We move quickly to protect your right to drive.
We examine every detail—from the traffic stop to the breath test procedure—to find weaknesses in the case against you.
No cookie-cutter defenses here. We tailor your case plan based on your record, goals, and risk factors.
Understanding the consequences of a DUI conviction is critical. Georgia law imposes strict penalties that escalate with each offense. Below is a breakdown of potential outcomes based on the number of prior offenses within the past 10 years:
| Offense | Jail Time | Fines | License Suspension | Additional Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st DUI | Minimum 24 hours (up to 12 months) | $300 – $1,000 | Up to 12 months (with limited permit possible) | 40 hours community service, DUI Risk Reduction Program |
| 2nd DUI | Minimum 72 hours (up to 12 months) | $600 – $1,000 | 3-year suspension (hard revocation for 120 days) | 240 hours community service, ignition interlock, substance abuse evaluation |
| 3rd DUI | Minimum 15 days (up to 12 months) | $1,000 – $5,000 | 5-year suspension (habitual violator designation) | License plate confiscation, interlock device, newspaper publication of conviction |
| Under 21 DUI | 0 – 12 months | Varies | Minimum 6 months (no limited permit) | Mandatory DUI school, insurance complications |
| Refusal to Test | N/A | N/A | Automatic 12-month suspension | No eligibility for limited driving permit |
Here’s how a typical DUI case progresses in Georgia. Each case is different, but fast action—especially within the first 30 days—is key to protecting your license and defense.
You’re pulled over, arrested, and taken to jail. A chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) may be performed. You’re then booked and released on bond or bail.
🔑 Tip: Keep all paperwork—especially the 1205 form (your license suspension notice).
You have only 30 days from arrest to request an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing or install an ignition interlock device. Missing this deadline can lead to automatic suspension.
🔐 Met Lane Law files your appeal and represents you at this crucial early hearing.
You appear in court and enter a plea (guilty, not guilty, or no contest). We may request more time for investigation and file pretrial motions.
We gather police reports, dash cam/body cam footage, breathalyzer calibration records, and officer training logs. We may file motions to:
Suppress evidence from an illegal stop
Dismiss charges due to lack of probable cause
Challenge the accuracy of chemical tests
Many DUI cases are resolved here. We negotiate with the prosecutor to reduce or dismiss charges based on evidence gaps, procedural errors, or mitigating factors.
If no agreement is reached, we go to trial. We cross-examine the arresting officer, challenge test results, and argue your case before a judge or jury.
If convicted or a plea is entered, the judge imposes penalties. We help you meet all obligations (DUI school, interlock, license reinstatement) and explore post-conviction relief if needed.
Met Lane Law is proud to defend clients facing DUI charges in Carrollton and surrounding areas, including Bremen, Villa Rica, Temple, and Carroll, Douglas, and Haralson counties. Local knowledge can make all the difference.
Time is critical in DUI cases. Contact Met Lane Law now for a free, confidential consultation—and take the first step toward protecting your record and your future.
📞 Call us today: (470) 655-5251
📧 Email us: [email protected]
🌐 Visit us online: metlanelaw.com
