CRIMINAL DEFENSE

DUI

Driving Under the Influence, most commonly known as DUI, is the most accused misdemeanor crime in Georgia. A charge of DUI can be based off of Alcohol, illegal drugs, or even drugs that you are prescribed. While a traffic offense, most people do not realize the consequences that come from being convicted of DUI. They include, but are not limited to:

  • Mandatory Minimum Jail Sentence
  • Statutory Required Fines & Court Costs
  • Loss of Driver’s License.
  • Mandatory Jail Sentence
  • Vehicle Immobilization or Impoundment
  • Substance Abuse Evaluation and Treatment
  • Criminal Record
  • Increased Insurance Rates and even Cancellation of Insurance
  • Job loss / Prevents future job advancements and new job opportunities
  • Required minimum of 40 hours of Community Service
  • Mandatory DUI Risk Reduction School
  • It can even lead to being charged as a Felony in certain alleged circumstances.

In fact, in most cases, you only have 30 days to save your license, just from being arrested. This is a result of the Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing that results from the officer taking your license or receiving a temporary driver’s license with your ticket. A Public Defender cannot and will not represent you in this hearing, as it is civil hearing in nature that is seeking to suspend your license prior to the outcome of the DUI criminal case. You must act quickly and contact a criminal defense attorney today to help save your license. Queen Law Office will give everything we have to achieve the best result not only at the ALS hearing but for the DUI criminal case as well.

OTHER TRAFFIC OFFENSES

Did you know other traffic offenses can have ramifications besides DUI? Before paying your traffic ticket, consult with an attorney first about these possible collateral consequences. Traffic offenses are usually charged on a citation and you must appear in your local traffic court: Probate Court (Or State Court in bigger counties) or your local city court if you were pulled over within the city limits by a city police officer. Consult with an attorney first. Many traffic offenses will at least put 3 or more points on your license, which can lead to your license being suspended, appear on your permeant driving record, and can lead to higher insurance premium rates for the rest of your life. Contact Queen Law Office at any time if you have received a traffic ticket, but do not wait because court dates come fast in Traffic Court.

JUVENILE DELINQUENCY DEFENSE

Children under the age of 17 can be charged with a crime the same as an adult. The result is called a Juvenile Delinquency proceeding (unless the child is tried as an Adult for more serious crimes). Either way, juvenile court can be just as intimidating and confusing for children and parents alike. Children deserve a strong defense, someone who can sit down and explain everything to them with respect, and see them through the overwhelming process.

POST-CONVICTION RELIEF

Do you feel your rights were violated by the court system or your prior lawyer? Do you feel that probation or the parole board is not giving you a fair shake? A criminal case is never truly over. We handle appeals of all kinds: Pre-Trial appeals of motions, Motions for New Trial, Motions to Withdraw a guilty plea, and Petitions for Habeas Corpus Relief, to name a few. All of these appeals have different deadlines, so do not hesitate to call Queen Law Office for help. We also assist with the arrest Expungement process, assist in helping you attempt to get Pardoned for a prior crime, and getting your Rights Restored. We can also assist with modifying your current probation or filing Motions to Early Terminate your probation early.