What should I do if I have a ticket for DUI an failure to stop at stop sign?

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What should I do if I have a ticket for DUI an failure to stop at stop sign?

I was driving home from a barbeque and had some drinks earlier with food. One my way home, I stopped at a stop sign and then drove on, at which point a car hit me. I was in the hospital.

Asked on May 22, 2016 under Criminal Law, Georgia

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

The charge that is of the most concern is the DUI. YOu don't give much by way of details, however, no matter what they are you are facing a criminal charge here. What you need to do is to consult directly with a DUI attorney who practices in the are of where this incident occurred. A conviction on this charg e will leave you with a criminal record, loss of your license and higher insurance rates, too name a few.


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