Legal Question in DUI Law in Georgia

Disorderly conduct & DUI

My son was arrested for disorderly conduct,on the citation the officer wrote in bold,NOT DRIVING)when we went to court they had added DUI to the charges.Can they do that?what can we do?


Asked on 1/16/07, 9:42 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
SHERRY RAGOLE RAGOLE & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Re: Disorderly conduct & DUI

Consider hiring an attorney to represent your son. Self defense is not a viable option when facing DUI charges that are likely to result in imposition of jail time and a mandatory fine.

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Answered on 1/16/07, 10:21 am
Scott Carter Scott Carter Attorney at Law

Re: Disorderly conduct & DUI

If he wasn't driving or in control of the vehicle when stopped he should not be charged with DUI legally. Sounds like this may be a mistake.

Scott Carter

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Answered on 1/16/07, 11:13 am
Sparticus Heyward The Law Office of Sparticus Heyward, PC

Re: Disorderly conduct & DUI

Charges are often changed by the prosecutor once the officer turns the case over. Alot of factors will determine whether the charges are appropriate. Regardless, aggresive reprensentation will level the playing field and help minimize the stacking of charges by the prosecution. Please call for a free consultation.

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Answered on 1/16/07, 11:24 am


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