DUI

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%
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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.

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    At 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.
  • Former Prosecutor
    Having 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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    Many attorneys are afraid to go to trial - NOT US! We aggressively prepare every case as if it will go to trial.
  • 25 Years of Experience
    There'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.

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At Brian Hansford Law, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    "I attribute the success to the outstanding service provided by Mr. Hansford"

    After engaging Mr. Hansford in a legal matter, the professionalism, accessibility, service, reliability, and kind support demonstrated by Mr. Hansford and his team was so impressive I have referred Mr. Hansford to friends and colleagues. My legal matter resulted in a favorable outcome and I attribute that success to the outstanding service provided by Mr. Hansford.

    - Joe
    "Works for your best interest and gets results"

    I have used Brian for several cases throughout my life. Brian and his staff are always available to answer your questions and keep you in the loop regarding your case. Well respected by judges and prosecutors. Whatever your situation he will work hard for you and always be honest. You might not like what you hear but Brian will not promise you something he cannot deliver on. What he will do is work for your best interest and he gets results. I have been in some scary situations and Brian has achieved results that both astonished and impressed me. I would not even think of using anyone else when it comes to my freedom and goodwill. Highly recommended!

    - David
    "Brian is well-respected in the Alpharetta courts"

    Brian met with us within 2 days of my daughter's DUI less safe charge. Having never even heard of DUI less safe, I was reassured to have him representing her. His staff kept us informed throughout the process and answered our questions. He gave us a realistic scenario of what the final outcome would be and we were so relieved that he delivered an even better conclusion to this nightmare. Brian is well-respected in the Alpharetta courts and we are certain his professional relationships with the people there were key in receiving the best outcome.

    - Previous Client
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    Brian and his team did an excellent job advising and then representing us in court after our daughter was viciously beaten at a party. They were professional and courteous throughout the process. Brian and his fellow attorney Jennifer Ray took their time to make sure they had all of the facts before moving forward. Erin Bell, Brian's legal secretary did a great job keeping us informed as to the status of our case. I can honestly say that I feel my daughter was represented by the best legal team in the area. I recommend Brian's firm without reservation to anyone in need of his services.

    - Marie
    "Outstanding and efficient job."
    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.
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    "Intelligent, dedicated, and wise."
    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
    "His team did better than I could have ever expected"

    I had a BUI case in Hall County and Brian and his team did better than I could have ever expected. He found several problems and mistakes the officer had made that allowed us to get evidence suppressed. He also recommended an expert witness that found many additional problems with the testing the officer did. This gave us a great case and it was reduced to a lesser charge.

    - Bill
    "They provided good, solid advice to my family."
    I cannot say enough about the service that Brian and his team member Erin provided. He was recommended to us by a friend who had hired him for their son. They provided good, solid advice to my family when my son received a fairly severe driving citation. The punishment that the state was suggesting was pretty brutal for the offense. We told Brian what we would like for the outcome to be and he worked hard to negotiate with the state to get the best possible outcome for us while still giving our son adequate punishment to hopefully make sure a lesson was learned. Brian was very professional from our first consultation all the way through to the sentencing. Erin was very good about keeping us informed and responded promptly to email anytime we had a question. Would not hesitate using his services in the future. Hopefully that won't be necessary.
    - Dan

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