A DUI conviction will stay on your criminal record forever, negatively affecting you for the rest of your life. If you have been arrested for DUI in Georgia, it is imperative for you to contact a qualified Valdosta DUI attorney who is knowledgeable of the serious state laws surrounding your charge.
Byron D. Watson, P.C., advises and represents individuals and Valdosta State University students who are facing harsh penalties associated with DUI convictions. Located in Valdosta, Georgia, we assist clients throughout the state and surrounding Florida communities, as well as out-of-state visitors traveling through Georgia on Interstate 75.
Dedicated Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer in South Georgia
Valdosta Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers president Byron D. Watson offers a comprehensive understanding of both state and federal criminal justice systems to our clients struggling with DUI charges. His legal knowledge paired with his experience successfully litigating numerous DUI cases throughout the state helps him obtain advantageous results for our clients.
While your first DUI offense is considered a misdemeanor and carries minimal jail time, it is still a serious conviction to have on your record, especially because Georgia does not allow first offender status for DUI convictions. After your first offense, the penalties become more severe, often including longer jail sentences, license suspensions and possible larger fines.
Administrative License Suspension Letter
After you have been arrested for a DUI charge, the Department of Drivers' Services is notified and actively suspends licenses on an administrative level. However, there is a 10-day period starting from the day that you were arrested in with which you are allowed to request a hearing on the administrative suspension of your driver's license. This request must state issues that need to be addressed at the hearing.
Byron D. Watson, P.C., can request a hearing and represent you in order to save your driver's license from an administrative suspension We urge you to contact our firm at 229-247-0207
as soon as you have been arrested for DUI.
How We Can Help You
At Byron D. Watson, P.C., we are prepared to defend your best interests in your first or subsequent DUI case. Holding a certification of DUI detection and standardized field sobriety tests, Byron D. Watson will work with you to understand the circumstances surrounding your arrest by:
- Examining the police reports, surveillance of the stop and all other evidence in the case
- Challenging reasons for the stop to determine if probable cause was present
- Challenging breath test machines and other blood alcohol content (BAC) tests, including the proficiency of the machine and if the test was properly administered
- Working with witnesses, investigators, breath test machine specialists and other experts to discredit faulty machines or unreliable evidence
While it is our goal to get your DUI charges reduced or dismissed, we realize that every case is different. If negotiation is not effectual, we are fully equipped to aggressively defend your rights in court.
Are you or your child a Valdosta State University student?
Attorney Byron D. Watson understands the penalties you are up against if you are convicted of DUI charge. Please visit our Valdosta State University Ramifications page to learn how Byron D. Watson, P.C., can help you avoid suspension or expulsion from VSU.
Call Byron D. Watson, P.C., Today
We invite you to contact Byron D. Watson, P.C., at 229-247-0207, or visit our Contact page to schedule a free initial consultation regarding your legal matters. Our office is in Valdosta, Georgia. We represent clients in Georgia and Florida, as well as Valdosta State University students. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We accept cash, check and major credit cards.
