| Q - I have two DUI offenses, and the judge did not tell me I had to do DUI School. Do I have to do it? |
A - A judge, probation officer or even your attorney might not necessarily advise you of
every step you must take in order to get your Georgia Driver's license reinstated. The
best and most accurate source of information is the Department of Driver's Services.
DDS will inform you that you must complete the Risk Reduction Program (DUI School).
In addition, a DUI Offender must also complete a Clinical Evaluation and follow all
treatment recommendations prior to applying for a license reinstatement.
every step you must take in order to get your Georgia Driver's license reinstated. The
best and most accurate source of information is the Department of Driver's Services.
DDS will inform you that you must complete the Risk Reduction Program (DUI School).
In addition, a DUI Offender must also complete a Clinical Evaluation and follow all
treatment recommendations prior to applying for a license reinstatement.
| Q- I was arrested and charged with Simple Battery against my partner. Should I start a Family Violence Intervention Program before I go to court? |
A- It is advisable, but ultimately it depends on your assessment of your on case and
what you objectively believe are your chances for a conviction. If there is a strong case
against you, it might be advisable to begin the program before you appear in court since
if convicted you will have to complete the program as part of your sentence. An attorney
can use your willingness to seek help in your favor before the Judge.
what you objectively believe are your chances for a conviction. If there is a strong case
against you, it might be advisable to begin the program before you appear in court since
if convicted you will have to complete the program as part of your sentence. An attorney
can use your willingness to seek help in your favor before the Judge.
| Q- I have a DUI and my attorney has asked me to complete an evaluation before going to court? Should I get a DUI Offender Evaluation or any evaluation will do? |
A - If you have were driving under the influence, changes are that you will be convicted of
the offense. If you have just "any" evaluation, once you are convicted you will have to
spend the time and money to have another evaluation by a DUI Clinical Evaluator who
follows the DUI Intervention process. So, it is better to have a DUI Offender Clinical
Evaluation even if you have not been convicted so that you don't have to have the
evaluation twice. An ethical evaluator should advice you that it is in your best interest to
complete a DUI Offender Evaluation and follow the state mandated process if you believe
you will be convicted of DUI. Any other type of evaluation, regardless of the evaluator's
credentials is not valid for driver's license reinstatement purpose.
the offense. If you have just "any" evaluation, once you are convicted you will have to
spend the time and money to have another evaluation by a DUI Clinical Evaluator who
follows the DUI Intervention process. So, it is better to have a DUI Offender Clinical
Evaluation even if you have not been convicted so that you don't have to have the
evaluation twice. An ethical evaluator should advice you that it is in your best interest to
complete a DUI Offender Evaluation and follow the state mandated process if you believe
you will be convicted of DUI. Any other type of evaluation, regardless of the evaluator's
credentials is not valid for driver's license reinstatement purpose.
| Q - I had a DUI conviction in another state with my Georgia Driver's License. Can I clear my driving record in Georgia? |
A- Once you have satisfied the reinstatement requirements from the state that issued
the suspension, you should receive a Letter of Clearance from their Department of Driver
services or Department of Motor Vehicles. This letter will help you start the process of
reinstating your driving privileges in the State of Georgia. Be mindful that the State of
Georgia might impose additional requirements, such as DUI School or DDC Classes, in
order to issue or reinstate your Georgia Driver's license.
the suspension, you should receive a Letter of Clearance from their Department of Driver
services or Department of Motor Vehicles. This letter will help you start the process of
reinstating your driving privileges in the State of Georgia. Be mindful that the State of
Georgia might impose additional requirements, such as DUI School or DDC Classes, in
order to issue or reinstate your Georgia Driver's license.
| Q - My spouse has a deportation process pending. It would be detrimental to our family should she/he be removed from the US. Are there any options? |
A - Yes. There is help for spouses of US Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents that
would face extenuating circumstances should a family member or a spouse be
deported from the United States. Call 770-220-2885 to schedule an initial consultation
about your case. We do not provide legal advice but we will help you select an
Immigration Attorney who will best meets your needs.
would face extenuating circumstances should a family member or a spouse be
deported from the United States. Call 770-220-2885 to schedule an initial consultation
about your case. We do not provide legal advice but we will help you select an
Immigration Attorney who will best meets your needs.
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