George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., Trial Lawyers - Paulding County DUI Attorney
Experience and Empathy When You Need It Most in Paulding County
Welcome to the DUI Defense in Paulding County Information Page
Facing a DUI charge in Paulding County can be stressful, but with George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., you get an attorney who combines extensive experience with genuine empathy to guide you through the legal process.
What to Do If You Are Arrested for DUI in Paulding County:
- Stay Calm: Keep your cool during the arrest; this can affect how the case proceeds.
- Exercise Your Rights: You have the right to remain silent. Use it. Only provide necessary identification.
- Refuse Field Sobriety Tests: These tests are optional, and their results can be subjective.
- Request an Attorney: Immediately ask for a lawyer. Contact us for swift legal guidance.
- Consider Chemical Testing: Know the implications of implied consent laws. Refusal can have consequences, but so can taking the test.
- Document Everything: Write down or remember details of the arrest, including location, time, and officer's conduct.
PULLED OVER AND SUSPECTED OF DUI?
If it’s the First Time or Next Time, it’s Always Good to be Prepared. Even if you’re not technically DUI, if there is an odor of alcohol on your breath you are likely to be arrested and taken to jail. If the police cannot arrest you for DUI per se (blowing over 0.08), they’ll most likely arrest you for DUI less safe: blowing under the legal limit, but being “less safe” to drive because of the presence of alcohol or drugs.
Implications of a DUI Arrest and Conviction in Paulding County:
- Legal Penalties: Fines up to $1000, jail time for up to 12 months for a first offense, community service, probation, and license suspension.
- Long-Term Impact: Higher insurance rates, potential job loss or difficulties, travel restrictions, and a permanent criminal record.
- Social Consequences: Impact on personal relationships, social standing, and future opportunities.
Interesting Facts About Paulding County, Georgia:
- Historical Courthouse: Paulding County is home to one of the oldest courthouses in Georgia, built in 1892, showcasing beautiful Romanesque Revival architecture.
- Natural Beauty: The county includes part of the Sweetwater Creek State Park, offering residents and visitors hiking, fishing, and kayaking opportunities.
- Cultural Heritage: The Silver Comet Trail, a popular rail-trail for biking and walking, runs through Paulding County, connecting to the Chief Ladiga Trail in Alabama for a total of 94 miles.
Why Choose George C. Creal, Jr., P.C.?
- Experience: Over two decades of specialized DUI defense, with an intimate knowledge of Georgia's legal landscape.
- Empathy: We understand the stress and fear associated with a DUI, offering compassionate service tailored to your needs..
- Proven Success: Our clients benefit from our track record of reducing charges or achieving dismissals.