Richmond County GA Criminal Defense Lawyer

Richmond County GA Criminal Defense Lawyer

The officer is supposed to give a 5th Amendment warning after he arrests you. Often, however, they do not. The only consequence is that the prosecution cannot use any of your answers to questions asked by the police after the arrest. Of more consequence in most cases is the failure to advise you of the state's "implied consent" law that is, your legal obligation to take a chemical test and the results if you refuse. This can affect the suspension of your license, so pay particular attention to whether or not this advisement was given.

Request the Department of Driving Services for an administrative licensing hearing within ten days of your arrest. If you don’t, you will loose your right to a hearing. Remember, the ten days start from the first business day after your arrest. The hearing is generally scheduled about 60 days after your arrests. The hearing is held before an officer who reviews the evidence you produce and determine whether or not to suspend or revoke your license. You will be given an opportunity to question the officer who arrested you. Based on the evidence you produce and your questioning, the officer will take a decision.

Our DUI and Criminal Defense attorneys are based in Augusta, GA (Georgia). If you have been charged with DUI in Augusta, GA (Georgia) or anywhere throughout the CSRA, including Columbia County, Richmond County, Lincoln County, McDuffie, Jefferson and Burke Counties, Evans, Appling, Waynesboro, Louisville, Thomson, Lincolnton, Girard Georgia & Aiken, South Carolina & North Augusta SC, contact us.

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Augusta GA DUI Lawyer - Evans GA Criminal Defense Attorney - Richmond County GA DUI

Shawn Gunder Attorney at Law - 601 North Belair Square, Suite 16 - Evans, GA 30809 - 706-821-2222