Atlanta DUI Attorney

The offense of drinking and driving in Georgia is termed Driving Under the Influence. A DUI is a highly technical crime with very serious penalties. It is not something to take lightly and it requires an attorney with very specific skills to fight successfully.

Atlanta, Georgia DUI Attorney Marko Burgar has exceptional experience defending clients charged with suspicion of drunk driving in Fulton County. His extensive knowledge of Georgia DUI laws and court rulings allows him to give you an honest evaluation of your case.

To learn more about how Atlanta DUI Criminal Defense Lawyer Marko Burgar can help you, fill out the consultation request form to the left or call (404) 781-0400. The initial review of your case is free, and there is no further obligation, so call now.

Penalties for GA DUI

State laws define legal intoxication as having a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher. Note that even if your BAC is below .08% you can be arrested for being impaired or a ‘Less Safe’ driver.

Even a first offense for driving under the influence in Georgia comes with severe penalties. It could lead to 40 hours of community service, a $300-$1000 fine plus surcharges and court fees, a jail sentence, probation and loss of driver’s license for up to one year. You may even be required to participate in Alcohol and Drug Evaluation and Treatment. A conviction for drunk driving in GA would result in a criminal record.

The penalties become harsher with each additional DUI offense within a ten year period. A fourth arrest is filed as a felony, which could result in a revocation of license for 10 years, a $5000 fine and a 5 year jail sentence.

Fulton County DUI Attorney Marko Burgar will protect your rights during the difficult and arduous legal defense process. He will work to achieve the best possible result for your case.

Keeping Your Driver's License

If you have been arrested for DUI or being impaired and you do not request a hearing with the Department of Motor Vehicles within ten business days, your license will be suspended. Under a recent change in state laws, you must pay a $150 fee when filing for a DMV hearing. Failure to include this fee with the request for a license hearing will also lead to the suspension of your driving privileges.

The length of a license suspension is determined by details of your case, whether you are under the age of 21, your blood alcohol content at the time of arrest and any previous drunk driving convictions. Generally a motorist charged with drunk driving with a BAC of .08% or higher will receive a one year license suspension. You can get your license returned in 120 days if you complete DUI school and pay a reinstatement fee.

Atlanta DUI Attorney Marko Burgar will schedule a DMV hearing and then represent you. The process is complicated and having legal help increases the chances of keeping your driving privileges. Marko Burgar can also petition for a limited driving permit that would allow you to travel between home and work, school or stipulated places.

Municipal Courts and DUI in GA

State law permits any law enforcement officer to conduct an arrest for DUI in Atlanta/Fulton County, including the Georgia State Patrol troopers, county sheriff's officers departments and local police. Depending on where your arrest was made and by what legal entity, it is possible for your case to be heard in a municipal court rather than a county court.

The following is a notable municipality known to have issued citations for driving under the influence in Fulton County:

• Atlanta DUI Municipal Court

Atlanta DUI Lawyer Marko Burgar can defend you in any court in the state. Contact him for information on the correct court for resolution of your case.

Experience is Important

Fulton County GA DUI Lawyer Marko Burgar, LLC has litigated over 4,000 DUI and substance-abuse related cases, giving him considerable criminal defense experience. There are specific requirements and procedures that law enforcement and the state must adhere to in order to achieve a conviction for DUI. Marko Burgar has been involved with officer training on DUI issues at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, giving him special insight in the identification of problems and errors in an arrest. He will combine a thorough knowledge of the law with investigative techniques and scientific analysis to regularly obtain positive results for his clients.

Marko Burgar has developed positive relations with the courts and the DMV to ensure his client's rights are protected and his arguments are properly heard.

Marko L. Burgar is a former prosecutor and instructor in DUI matters. He is member of the National College for DUI Defense, the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Mr. Burgar is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and he earned his law degree from Emory University Law School. He has been recognized for his efforts as prosecutor during the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games and involved with cases featured on Court TV, Entertainment Tonight and in news throughout the world.

For immediate and effective help with your Georgia DUI, contact Atlanta, Georgia DUI Lawyer Marko Burgar by calling (404) 781-0400 or filling out the free consultation request form to the left.