Melanie Ellwanger, Attorney at Law

Melanie Ellwanger, Attorney at Law - DUI Defense Specialist

If you've found yourself facing a DUI charge in Georgia, swift action is essential to safeguard your rights. Unlike other offenses, DUIs involve both criminal and administrative law considerations.

Under Georgia's O.C.G.A. 40-6-391, a DUI charge can arise if your alcohol concentration registers at .08 grams or more within three hours after driving. It's important to note that impairment isn't limited to alcohol; it encompasses any substance that impairs your ability to drive, including "any glue, aerosol, or other toxic vapors."

Conviction for a DUI can entail consequences like the loss of driving privileges, mandatory installation of an interlock device in your vehicle, drug and alcohol assessments, compulsory treatment, financial penalties, and potentially even imprisonment.

Georgia enforces strict DUI laws with severe penalties. Your defense requires an attorney with extensive experience in DUI cases who can advocate for your rights from day one. You need an attorney who knows precisely which evidence to challenge, potentially leading to a charge reduction or case dismissal.