Dalton DUI Defense Attorney
If you were arrested for DUI in Dalton, you have 30 days to protect your driver’s license. The deadline starts immediately.
Contact Cowan Law Firm, LLC, at 706-420-2949 right away so we can take action to stop an automatic suspension and protect your ability to drive. We move quickly, explain your options clearly and focus on protecting your future.
While we do not handle cases in Dalton Municipal Court due to Mr. Cowan’s role as Chief Judge, our firm provides aggressive DUI defense in other regional courts. If your case is pending in any of the following, we are ready to act:
- Whitfield County: Superior Court (Felonies), State Court, and Probate Court.
- Murray County: Superior, State, and Probate Courts in Chatsworth.
- Local Municipalities: The municipal courts of Varnell, Cohutta, Tunnel Hill, Chatsworth, and Eton.
Whether you were arrested by a Sheriff’s Deputy on a county road or a local officer in a neighboring town, we understand the specific procedures of each bench.
You Have 30 Days To Save Your License
In Georgia, DUI cases trigger two separate matters: the criminal case and the license suspension process. The officer likely gave you a yellow paper called Form 1205 at the time of arrest. This document acts as a 30-day temporary driving permit. It also serves as an official notice that the state intends to suspend your license.
If you do nothing within 30 days, your license will be suspended automatically.
Understanding The Georgia 30-Day Letter And ALS Hearing
To stop that suspension, you must submit a formal request to the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS). Many people refer to this as the “30-day letter.” Our firm handles this request for you to ensure it is filed correctly and on time.
If requested properly, you can receive an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing. This hearing is a civil proceeding separate from your criminal DUI case. It focuses only on whether you can keep your driver’s license.
At the ALS hearing, the state must show that the officer had legal grounds to stop and arrest you, and that you either refused testing or tested over the legal limit. What happens at this hearing can directly affect your ability to drive.
License Protection Is Job Protection
For many people in Dalton and throughout Whitfield County, driving is essential. You may commute to a manufacturing plant, job site or office across county lines. Losing your license can threaten your employment and your income.
Serving Dalton Since 2003
Cowan Law Firm, LLC, has served Northwest Georgia since 2003. Our lawyers bring over 40 years of combined experience to every case. As a Dalton DUI defense attorney and Georgia DUI attorney, we understand the courts, the deadlines and the steps required to protect your rights.
If you are facing a DUI charge, a Whitfield County DUI defense lawyer from our firm can act quickly to protect your license and guide you through the process. Contact us today by calling 706-420-2949 or using our online form. Se habla español.