Alpharetta DUI Lawyer
Comprehensive Representation in Fulton & Forsyth Counties
Though driving under the influence (DUI) is not typically a criminal offense in Georgia, law enforcement officers and traffic courts take these charges seriously.
Under Georgia statutes, a person commits a DUI offense if they are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, an aerosol or other toxic vapor, or any combination of the above “to the extent that it is less safe for the person to drive.” Proving that extent is the prosecution’s goal.
How a DUI Lawyer Can Assist You
It is possible the terms of your sentence could be minimized regarding severity with the help of an attorney. If you are innocent, such as not drinking at all, but still failed the field sobriety test, then you should work with a DUI lawyer, who has the knowledge, experience, and resources to protect your rights and freedom.
Contact Brian Hansford Law today for a free in-person consultation on your DUI case. Reach out to our Alpharetta DUI lawyer at (678) 647-6444 or fill out our online contact form.
Understanding Blood Alcohol Levels
If an individual is found to have an alcohol level of .08% or more in their blood, breath, or urine, the person will be convicted of a DUI. It’s also possible to be convicted based on police evidence alone, though that is much less likely if you have a solid legal defense.
Legal Blood Alcohol Limits in Georgia
Under Georgia's DUI laws there are three separate legal limits when it comes to Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC).
- For driver's under the age of 21, the legal limit is .02%
- For commercial drivers, the legal limit is .04%
- For anyone driving a non-commercial vehicle and over 21 the legal limit is .08%
You deserve an advocate who will fight aggressively to protect your rights. Attorney Brian Hansford has decades of experience working in the criminal justice system. We understand that being accused of a crime does not make you a criminal. We are prepared to do everything possible to raise doubts about allegations made by the prosecution. Get an aggressive advocate to protect your future. Call now and get started.
What Sets Us Apart
4 Reasons that Make Us the Right Choice
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First Class RepresentationAt Brian Hansford Law, you get a defense team that will give you their undivided attention to your case. We take the time to understand your situation and meticulously prepare your case in an effort to achieve the best possible result.
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Former ProsecutorHaving been a former prosecutor, Brian Hansford understands both sides of the criminal justice system. This experience helps him design an effective defense for his clients.
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Fierce Trial AttorneyMany attorneys are afraid to go to trial - NOT US! We aggressively prepare every case as if it will go to trial.
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25 Years of ExperienceThere's no substitution for experience. With 25 years of practicing law, our team has handled all kinds of charges from misdemeanors to some of the most complex and serious crimes.
Client Reviews
Don't Take Our Word For It
At Brian Hansford Law, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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Atty Hansford was hired to defend my son who was facing serious felony drug charges and extradition back to another state for previous probation charges. Atty Hansford and his staff were readily available for anything and were always in constant contact with us. My son was looking at serving time in a state prison for a few years and facing the same in another state. My son was absolutely guilty for the charges he faced. Instead of going to prison, Atty Hansford was able to get him in a 1-year drug treatment program and probation. I would highly recommend Atty Hansford for representation in any legal defense you needed. He is beyond competent, knowledgeable and worth 10X his fee. His staff always went above and beyond to contact us and answer any questions we had. We can't thank them enough for representing my son.- John
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I am so glad we hired Mr. Hansford to represent our family. He was always very professional and thorough providing feedback along the way and keeping us up-to-date all details of our case. His office personnel is also very courteous, helpful, responsive and best of all very professional. I would definitely hire Brian again for any legal representation.
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Brian Hansford has represented several of my immediate family members over the past five years, multiple times. He is intelligent, dedicated, and wise. Brian has always been very thorough and fully committed to bringing about the best outcome possible in each of these cases. So much so that I don't even consider another criminal defense attorney for my family's needs. He explains your options very carefully and gives you his assessment of how each scenario is likely to play out. Brian is also a judge for a local municipality which gives him another perspective when considering strategies for a case. His legal assistant Erin is absolutely top-notch and keeps communications flowing smoothly between all of the parties involved. She is truly a valuable asset to his operations and I cannot overemphasize her importance. I truly could not be more pleased with both Brian and Erin. I enthusiastically give Brian an A+ for his efforts and for his solid results. Brian is not a discount-priced attorney, but he is also not unreasonable with his rates. I am happy to pay him because I know what I am getting. This attorney is a solid choice! I thank him for all he has done for my family!- Jason
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Mr. Brian Hansford advised me of my legal liability regarding a vehicular accident I was involved in. I was ticketed and summonsed to appear in court. The ticket stated I failed to obey a traffic signal resulting in an accident with another party. In reality, I had been distracted by a police operation (lane closure, three police cars with flashing lights, officers on the road arresting someone) that was occurring at this same intersection at the same time. I had been distracted by this and took my eyes off the traffic signal not noticing a light change. Mr. Hansford was successfully able to have the charge downgraded. I did not have to appear in court and I paid a very small fine with no points recorded against my license. Having the accident and a resulting ticket plus the impending court appearance caused me a great deal of anxiety and stress. Mr. Hansford put my mind at ease. He was a good listener, courteous and a pleasure to deal with. His legal assistant Erin was also great to deal with, highly efficient and very respectful. I am now VERY careful around intersections but I would not hesitate to use Mr. Hansford again should any future legal need arise. I am grateful for his counsel and would highly recommend him.
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Brian and his staff did an outstanding and efficient job in negotiating a fair outcome to my legal issues. I would highly recommend Brian to anyone seeking competent representation in legal matters.- James
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Brian was clear and concise with me and set my expectations appropriately. I switched to Brian from a Cobb County based lawyer after realizing that his comfort with the Forsyth prosecutors and judicial team was essential to a successful defense strategy. Under his team's guidance, we were able to get my charges dropped--which exceeded my expectations.- Shawn
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I have hired Mr. Hansford as my attorney for my legal case. Mr. Hansford and his legal team provide the highest quality and compassion during my legal process. Mr. Hansford and his legal team were well organized, professional, nurturing, and diligence. To be a Successful Lawyer is to have the knowledge and great clientele interaction. Mr. Hansford had earned his status as a top lawyer because of his warmhearted and amazing attitude in his field. I would definitely recommend Mr. Hansford and his team for any legal service. I wanted to send my gratitude to Mr. Hansford and his legal team for an exceptional job! Thank you, Mr. Brian, and to a new journey...
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Brian and Erin were great from the outset. I initiated with them on a Sunday, got a call the same day and was in the office to chat the next day. Based on my discussion with Brian I hired him to represent me in a case involving multiple charges stemming from an incident on the road. Brian navigated me through the legal process making sure I was aware of my options. I enjoyed working with him and Erin to the end of my case.- Justin