Free DUI Lawyer In Georgia

Reader’s Question:

I have a lot of questions regarding DUI lawyers. My son has been charged with DUI here in Georgia for the first time and the case seems to be serious. I believe we need a lawyer, so how can we find the best DUI lawyer who would represent my son? What is the range of fees for Georgia DUI lawyers?

Phoebe

Atlanta, GA

There’s a possibility to make a plea bargain with the District Attorney’s Office. It could mean more jail time than if your son had retained a DUI lawyer, especially if the case is serious. A good lawyer would be able to update you and your son on his case regularly and is fairly reachable even in off-hours if there is an emergency.

One of the resources for Georgia DUI Attorneys is the Internet. There are a lot of lawyer directories that are easy-to-use and are categorized according to area. I also suggest that you check the local telephone directory and find one nearest your area.

Georgia DUI lawyer’s fees vary depending on the nature of the case. The factors that need to be considered include degree of offense, whether the offense has caused damage to life or property, whether the defendant has been convicted of misdemeanor or felony, and whether the offense if the first or is a repeat. Fees could vary also depending on the reputation of the lawyer. It might cost you $500 to $2,000. If your son has a severe case that caused damage to life or property, you may want to get a more experienced Georgia DUI lawyer but this would cost you more. However, the fee would be small, compared to jail time.