DUI with Injuries Lawyer in Atlanta
The Penalty of Inflicting Serious Injury by Vehicle
Section 40-6-394 of the Georgia Code outlines the crime of causing serious
injury to an individual with a vehicle as a felony offense. If you have
been arrested for DUI in relation to an accident that inflicted serious
injury to another person, you not only face the penalties of a DUI, but
also the penalties of causing serious bodily injury. Combined, these charges
can have serious effects on your present and future livelihood, and may
put your employment opportunities at risk.
At The Law Offices of Howard J. Weintraub, P.C., we have defended clients against
DUI and other criminal charges for decades. With
40+ years of collective experience, our team of Atlanta DUI attorneys offers capable defense and personalized
attention to each of our clients' cases. When it comes to protecting
your rights and future opportunities from the damaging effects of a criminal
conviction, trust a firm that has a proven record of success in DUI defense
and criminal law.
As former prosecutors, our team knows it pays to know both sides of the
courtroom.
Contact us today and secure legal counsel from our award-winning attorneys!
Understanding the Charges You Face
Under Georgia law, "serious bodily injury" by vehicle includes
any harm that results in a person losing a limb or losing use of part
of their body, whether by physical trauma or brain damage. Even when an
individual does not intend to inflict injury, they may be held accountable
for the injuries caused. If you were charged with DUI during the incident,
this may only increase the severity of the punishments you receive upon
conviction.
The penalties of a DUI related to serious bodily injury may include the
following:
- Up to 15 years in prison
- Up to $5,000 in fines
- Driver's license suspension
- Period of probation
- Clinical evaluation
Protect Your Future by Fighting the Evidence
Being arrested for DUI does not guarantee that you will be convicted. The
DUI arrest is based on evidence gathered by the arresting officer, including
sobriety tests, witness statements, and their personal observations. None
of these are infallible, not even chemical breath tests—it is up
to the prosecution to convince a jury or a judge that you were intoxicated
at the time of the incident.
Atlanta DUI attorney Howard J. Weintraub has helped many of our clients
secure a positive outcome in difficult cases involving DUI and criminal
charges. Contesting the evidence with a skilled legal professional by
your side may mean the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor,
and under the right circumstances, it could result in your case being
dismissed entirely.
Schedule a case consultation with our firm today and secure dedicated legal representation!