Cumming DUI Lawyer

Thomas J. Thomas

If you have recently been arrested for driving under the influence in Cumming, GA, it is crucial that you hire an attorney who has years of experience in DUI defense. Besides fines and the loss of your driver’s license, you could even be sentenced to jail time – even if this is your first DUI offense!

Fighting a DUI charge alone is a recipe for failure. Drunk-driving law is extremely complicated, and most attorneys are challenged to stay knowledgeable of ever-evolving laws and interpretations.

With Thomas J. Thomas, hope is on your side. Mr. Thomas is a highly-respected trial lawyer specializing in DUI law and traffic violation defenses. Mr. Thomas understands the stress and obstacles involved in contesting DUI charges. Each case he accepts is sure to receive the highest level of personal attention for the best defense. Having Thomas J. Thomas on your side maximizes the probability you will be declared innocent.

Mr. Thomas is such an expert in the field of DUI defense, he is occasionally called upon for training of other DUI defense attorneys, making public presentations. With Thomas J. Thomas, you can be certain to have the benefit of the most current legal strategies and technology defenses possible.

In Cumming, it is illegal to for drivers over the age of 21 to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. Minors are subject to a Zero Tolerance law – they may be arrested with a BAC of 0.02 percent or higher.

If you have been pulled over, and tested over the legal limit, not all is lost. Mr. Thomas is an expert on breath-testing devices and knows the weaknesses and problems encountered during their operation.

What are the penalties for a first-time DUI offense in Cumming? You can face time in jail. This time can range from 24 hours to 12 months. The judge may also sentence you to probation. Your wallet will become lighter as you shell out from $300 to $1,000 in fines, along with court-mandated surcharges ranging from 15-25 percent.

Your driver’s license will also be suspended for one year, though the judge may issue a special permit that would allow you to drive to school or work.

If you have had DUIs in the past, or you were involved in an accident or were transporting a minor during your arrest, mandatory penalties will become stiffer.

You can fight these DUI charges in Cumming, GA! Please fill out our online form, and Mr. Thomas will respond shortly to discuss your case options.