Special Provisions DUI Attorney

A civilian DUI conviction has two aspects: administrative and criminal charges. The administrative aspect covers the suspension and seizure of the license on the spot before conviction if the driver fails or refuses a sobriety test. Criminal aspect deals with the sentencing, penalties and fines. Most drunk driving convictions are classified as misdemeanors when no injury is involved, but could be classified as felonies in cases when serious injury or death occurs as a result. The penalties for a first time offender are severe but it is far greater for second and third time convictions.

Special provisions exist in the DUI laws that allow judges to impose harsher penalties for offenders who have caused bodily injuries as a result of their DUI accidents. These bodily injuries are often serious and can include broken bones, collapsed lungs, and even paralysis in the most serious accidents. These increased penalties make it possible for offenders to receive longer jail terms, increased fines, longer probationary periods, longer license suspension or revocation periods, and increased requirements for insurance and alcohol treatment and evaluation. These increased penalties are in place to deter drivers from driving under the influence and keep the roads safer from DUI accidents.

If have been charged with DUI in Columbus, GA (Georgia), Fort Benning GA (Georgia), Chattahoochee County, Harris County, Marion County, Muscogee County, Lagrange, Atlanta, Albany, Newnan, Peachtree City, Carrollton, Muscogee County, Troup County, Phoenix City AL or Opelika AL, contact us. Our DUI and Criminal Defense attorneys based in Columbus, GA (Georgia) can defend you against a DUI charge.

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