For most people who are charged with a DUI, the option of not hiring an attorney may seem attractive. They may weigh the cost of hiring an attorney against what they have heard are the costs of a DUI. It may seem that even if you were to receive a less than ideal sentence, it would be cost effective to simply try and strike a deal with the prosecutor yourself.
It is never a smart idea to try and face DUI charges without experienced and skilled representation to ensure that your rights are being protected at every stage.
It can be difficult for someone to accurately predict the real costs of a DUI conviction. The impact of a DUI conviction is more pervasive and long lasting than most people believe. Some of the consequences of a first time DUI can include:
- Up to one year in prison
- Fine of up to $1,000
- One year driver's license suspension
- Community service
- Driving course
- Higher insurance premiums
- Facing even stiffer penalties if you get pulled over for another DUI within 10 years of the first conviction
The last two consequences on this list are possibly the ones that need to be avoided most. Higher insurance premiums will go on for years after all other consequences from your DUI are part of the past and they will dramatically increase the overall cost of your DUI. Having a DUI on your record and being pulled over again for DUI within 10 years opens you up to the possibility of facing more serious jail time and a full year of no driving privileges.
At the law office of Floyd Buford, Attorney at Law, our Georgia first time DUI defense attorney has been helping people face their legal challenges for more than 25 years. Our track record of success has been proven in more than 750 DUI defense cases. Let us help you secure the best possible resolution to your case.
Contact Our Bibb County Drunk Driving Defense Law Firm
If you are facing DUI charges, let our office help you defend yourself, your rights and your future. Turn to Floyd Buford, Attorney at Law. To schedule a free initial consultation with our lawyer, call 478-787-6090, toll free at 866-838-9832 or simply contact us online. Serving Macon, Atlanta, Roberta and all of Georgia.
