DUI Lawyer in Villa Rica, GA
Facing DUI charges in Villa Rica? Former prosecutor Met Lane knows how to build your defense from the inside out.
Experienced DUI Defense in Villa Rica
A DUI charge in Villa Rica can change your life. You could face fines, jail time, license suspension, and a permanent criminal record. But a charge is not a conviction—and with the right DUI defense lawyer, you have options.
Attorney Met Lane spent years as a prosecutor in the Coweta Judicial Circuit, handling hundreds of DUI cases. He knows how prosecutors build DUI cases—and more importantly, he knows how to take them apart.
Whether you were stopped on I-20 or arrested in Villa Rica, we will examine every detail of your case—from the initial traffic stop to the field sobriety tests to the breath or blood test results—looking for errors and violations of your rights.
Serving Villa Rica & Carroll/Douglas County
- Experience in Carroll County Superior Court / Douglas County Superior Court DUI proceedings
- Former Assistant District Attorney—knows prosecution tactics
- Familiar with Villa Rica and Carroll/Douglas County law enforcement procedures
- Challenging improper traffic stops on I-20
- Fighting license suspension and criminal penalties
- Confidential consultations available
DUI Charges in Villa Rica: What You're Facing
A DUI stop in Villa Rica often happens along I-20, Highway 78 and Highway 61 or on the way home through Carroll/Douglas County. A conviction can cost you your license, your insurance rates, and your record — but a charge is not a conviction, and the evidence is not always as solid as it looks.
We defend Villa Rica drivers from our nearby Carrollton office, scrutinizing the stop, the field tests, and the breath or blood evidence. Attorney Met Lane's background gives us insight into how the Carroll/Douglas County prosecution builds — and challenges — these cases.
Carroll County Superior Court
DUI and traffic cases from Villa Rica move through Carroll/Douglas County's courts. We appear in this venue and understand its judges, its solicitor's office, and the local procedures that shape your options.
Former Prosecutor. Fierce Defender.
Met Lane spent years prosecuting DUI cases. Now he uses that inside knowledge to defend Villa Rica residents facing the same charges.
Prosecution Insight
Former prosecutor who knows how DUI cases are built—and how to break them
Evidence Challenges
Expert at challenging breathalyzer results, field sobriety tests, and traffic stops
Record Protection
Fighting to keep DUI charges off your permanent record in Carroll/Douglas County
Our DUI Defense Services
First Offense DUI
Even a first DUI in Villa Rica carries serious penalties. We fight for reduced charges or dismissal.
Repeat DUI Offenses
Aggressive defense for second, third, and subsequent DUI charges with enhanced penalties.
DUI with Accident
Defense when DUI charges are combined with accident injuries or property damage.
License Suspension
Fighting administrative license suspension through the Carroll/Douglas County court system.
When I found myself in need of legal guidance and representation, I turned to Met Lane!
— Bill U.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after a DUI arrest in Villa Rica?
After a DUI arrest in Villa Rica, you typically face both criminal charges and an administrative license suspension. You have only 30 days to request an administrative hearing to challenge your license suspension. Contact Met Lane & Associates immediately at (770) 834-4107.
Can a DUI charge be dismissed?
Yes. DUI charges can be dismissed or reduced for various reasons, including improper traffic stops, faulty breathalyzer equipment, violations of your Miranda rights, or procedural errors by law enforcement. Our team thoroughly examines every detail of your arrest.
What are the penalties for DUI in GA?
Georgia DUI penalties vary based on the number of prior offenses. A first offense can include up to 12 months in jail, fines up to $1,000, license suspension, community service, and mandatory DUI school. Penalties increase significantly for repeat offenses.
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