Okay, I�m charged with a DUI in Georgia. I�m likely to lose a trial by judge. I can�t switch to a jury at this point in time. If I want to appeal do I have to get it done in ten days?
If I do have to make it in ten days I�ll probably plea. But, if I could appeal it in three or six months it�s probably worth my losing the trial.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
1 Answer from Attorneys
Based upon the fact much of your post is so unclear, I can guarantee you that you will have a disaster if you represent yourself.
Get a lawyer. I cannot stresss that strongly enough.
(It is highly unusual to win a reversal of a DUI trial on appeal, so you want the trial to go well. Unless you have a strong case, an attorney may negotiate a plea and avoid trial).
Remember, if you lose the case you can go to jail for a year, can be fined $1000 or more, will lose your right to drive, and will carry a criminal history for life. Your car insurance rates will go up and many prospective employers will refuse to hire you.
In other words, get a lawyer. To do all things needed in a timely fashion, do that less than 10 days after you arrest.
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