What Sets Us Apart

Board Certified in DUI Defense: One of the very first few lawyers in the country to achieve this distinction in 1999 -- and is still one of only four in the State of Georgia.

We Are Not Plea Lawyers: We treat every single case we handle as if it is going all the way to a jury trial, and we're prepared to do just that.

Georgia Super Lawyer ® : One of only two lawyers in Georgia to be selected by his peers every year -- year after year -- in DUI/DWI defense.

Highest Peer-Reviewed Rating: Rated "AV" by Martindale-Hubbell® -- Rated "10.0" by Avvo™ -- Voted "DUI LAWYER OF THE YEAR" in Georgia.

Each Client is Represented by an Entire Team of Lawyers: Although one lawyer is designated as the lead counsel, all the lawyers at the firm collaborate on the trial strategy for the case.

DUI Defense Is All We Do: We don't handle divorce or personal injury; not even other criminal cases -- just DUI and related serious traffic offenses such as Vehicular Homicide.

The 10 Day Rule

The 10 day period after a DUI arrest is very important in Georgia. Simply stated, if you do not follow exact steps for requesting a hearing within 10 business days of your arrest, in most cases, the Georgia Department of Driver Services will automatically suspend your driver's license.

The request for an administrative license suspension hearing must be made in writing, and is completely separate from the criminal case against you. If you refused testing, it is also important to note that there are no hardship exceptions to the one year suspension, such as driving to and from work, taking children to school, etc. If you miss the deadline, you cannot drive. Period.

There are certain circumstances that trigger the 10 day hearing request requirement. Because most clients find them a bit confusing, we prefer to discuss them during the first consultation at our office.

The important thing to know is that you have to act— NOW! Please call the Chestney Law Firm today to talk with an experienced Georgia DUI defense lawyer.