Forsyth County GA DUI Lawyers

Driving under the influence in Georgia is charged when a motorist's blood alcohol level is .08% or higher. However, it is important to note that you can be arrested with a lower BAC if a police officer feels you are impaired or 'Less Safe'. Both are very serious charges that can lead to severe financial, legal and social consequences, and they should be resolved with the help of a qualified DUI criminal defense lawyer.

However bad the situation may seem, you still have rights. The Forsyth County GA DUI Lawyers with the Sherman Law Group have handled hundreds of trials and hearings. With over 17 years of experience they have the tools and knowledge to get you positive results. If you have been stopped for suspicion of drunk driving in Georgia, it is important to contact them immediately in order to protect your rights.

The Cumming DUI Lawyers with The Sherman Law Group offer a free initial consultation during which they will review the specifics of your Georgia DUI. There is no obligation yet you will learn more about your rights, your defense options, as well as the law firm. To schedule a meeting, call (678) 215-4106 or fill out the request form to the left. All inquiries are kept confidential.

Following an arrest for driving under the influence in Forsyth County Georgia, you will actually be facing two cases. One is the criminal charge that is resolved in the courts. The other is a civil case brought by the Department of Driver's Services that seeks to suspend or revoke your driver's license. While these are two very separate cases, the Forsyth County DUI Attorneys at The Sherman Law Group can help you with both. In fact, the chances of keeping your driving privileges are better with legal representation.

A license suspension for DUI can exceed a year. The actual duration depends on a number of factors, and having any prior DUI convictions or an elevated Blood Alcohol Content at the time of arrest will increase the suspension period.

You have the right to petition the DDS for an Administrative Hearing and challenge the suspension or revocation. You must, however, make the request within 10 days of your arrest or you will automatically lose your driving privileges.

The Forsyth County DUI Lawyers at The Sherman Law Group can schedule a hearing on your behalf and represent you at the complex DDS proceedings. There are virtually no options for appeal, so act now and ask The Sherman Law Group for immediate help with your license.

Under Georgia DUI laws, the Georgia State Patrol, county sheriff's departments and local police departments can make an arrest for drunk driving. The unique aspect of this is that, while the majority of DUI arrests are resolved in State and Superior Courts, some may be handled in a municipal court.

Not only can the Cumming Georgia DUI Lawyers with The Sherman Law Group defend you in all court venues, they will gladly help you determine the right court for your specific case. Contact them now for more information.

Even a first offense for drunk driving in Forsyth County GA can lead to significant fines and court fees, community service, jail, probation, significantly higher auto insurance premiums and loss of driving privileges. A conviction for GA DUI would result in a criminal record, which could lead to loss of your current job and make it difficult to find future employment. You could also be restricted from renting a car or opening a credit account.

The Cumming DUI Attorneys with The Sherman Law Group will try to keep your record clean by challenging every point of the state's case. If the prosecution does not prove guilt beyond a doubt, there is a chance of getting your charges reduced or your case dismissed.

The Forsyth County Georgia DUI Lawyers at The Sherman Law Group takes pride in building relationships with their clients. In addition to providing exceptional legal services, they care about the outcome of your case and want to serve you by providing experienced drunk driving defense. You will have access to the attorneys at The Sherman Law Group throughout your case, and you will be kept informed of your legal options and have the impact of all decisions clearly outlined.

When you are in court facing a prosecutor, judge or jury, the experience and knowledge of your legal counsel matters a great deal. The principals of the law firm, Bill and Valerie Sherman, are both former County Prosecutors and Bill is a former Assistant Attorney General. They have experience investigating criminal cases and they understand both the prosecution and the defense sides of the court process. They know how prosecutors think, enabling The Sherman Law Group to better anticipate potential issues and challenges in your case and possibly turn them into advantages for you.

Valerie Wulff Sherman approaches Georgia DUI cases with a unique perspective of having served as both a County Prosecutor and a Magistrate Judge. She has a solid rapport with prosecutors and judges that can be effective when presenting or negotiating a DUI case. Ms. Sherman received an undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa and earned a Juris Doctorate at the Washington University School of Law in St. Louis. Attorney Valerie Sherman is a certified mediator in the state of Georgia and a member of the State Bar of Georgia and the State Bar of New York. She is permitted to practice law in all Georgia state courts.

Attorney Bill Sherman has spent his career working as an attorney in the criminal justice system. He has held the positions of prosecutor in the County Attorney's office and the State Attorney General's office. He is well respected for his straightforward legal skills and personable demeanor. Bill Sherman graduated from Skidmore College in New York, received a Master's Degree from the Washington University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in St. Louis, Missouri and earned a Juris Doctorate at the Washington University School of Law. Attorney Bill Sherman is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the State Bar of New York and the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is permitted to practice law before all Georgia state courts.

For a free, no obligation review of your GA DUI, contact the Forsyth County DUI Attorneys at The Sherman Law Group by calling (678) 215-4106 or filling out the consultation request form to the left. All inquiries are confidential and time is very critical, so call now.