Georgia DUI Less Safe

If you’re like most Lawrenceville drivers, you probably think there’s only one way you can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI). Unfortunately, this is not the case. Due to the state’s complex DUI laws, there are actually two very different types of drunk driving violations, with the most common being a Georgia DUI less safe offense.



Throughout the nation, it is against the law for a person to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% (BAC) or more. In the eyes of the law, anyone with a BAC above this limit is considered impaired and can be charged with DUI. In other words, even if you show no signs of impairment, you can be arrested for drunk driving and charged with “per se” DUI.

Of course, that doesn’t mean you won’t be charged with DUI if your BAC is within the legal limit. Even if your blood alcohol content is well below 0.08%, you may be charged with “less safe” DUI if an officer feels your driving abilities are impaired. For example, if you are pulled over for driving erratically, or behave in a way that indicates your mental and/or physical abilities are limited due to alcohol use, you can be arrested for driving under the influence.

The penalties for a Georgia DUI conviction include up to $1,000 in fines, community service, a one-year license suspension, and a minimum 24-hour jail sentence—and that’s just for a first offense. If you are a repeat offender, you can expect even tougher sentencing guidelines. Likewise, if you were transporting a minor at the time of your arrest, or were involved in a serious auto accident, you may face harsher penalties as well.  

Fortunately, if you are charged with less safe DUI, that means most of the evidence in your case may be subjective information—such as the arresting officer’s testimony and/or your field sobriety test results. As a result, you may be able to challenge much of the evidence and prevent it from being used against you in court—and attorneys Lee Webb and Greg Willis are here to help you do just that.

As an exclusive DUI defense firm, the Law Offices of Webb and Willis is well-versed in Georgia’s drunk driving laws, and we can put this knowledge to work for you. We’ll go over every piece of evidence in your case to find critical information that can be used to poke holes in the prosecution’s theory and help you avoid a DUI conviction.

Remember, with all the penalties a drunk driving conviction can lead to, having a strong defense strategy is of utmost importance. To determine the best tactics for your situation, contact Mr. Webb and Mr. Willis today for a free case evaluation. With our affordable rates and round-the-clock availability, we’re not only the best choice in terms of success and experience, but also convenience.

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