Savannah DUI-Drugs Defense Lawyer
Not all DUI charges in Georgia center on alcohol. When someone is facing a DUI-D charge, it involves driving under the influence of drugs. While still a form of impaired driving, drug DUI cases involve elements that differ from a standard DUI.
If you need a Savannah DUI-D lawyer, contact Robichaux Law Firm for a free confidential consultation. Attorney Scott Robichaux is an experienced DUI drugs attorney in Savannah and a former police instructor and prosecutor. He is also an ARIDE-certified lawyer in Georgia, giving him elite, insider knowledge as he assists in your case.
What Is ARIDE Certification?
Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) training gives attorney Robichaux a science‑based understanding of how drugs affect the body and how impairment is identified. This advanced certification covers drug categories, symptom patterns, field testing limitations, and the significance of eye and physiological observations. An ARIDE‑certified lawyer excels at scrutinizing an officer’s methods, challenging flawed assumptions and applying specific knowledge directly to the defense of Georgia DUI‑D cases.
Attorney Robichaux’s police background and ARIDE certification give him the same advanced drug‑impairment training officers rely on to make arrests. He knows how they interpret signs of impairment, how mistakes occur and how weak assumptions lead to flawed conclusions. This dual perspective means he can identify gaps in the evidence and build a strong, evidence-rich defense for those charged with driving under the influence of drugs in Savannah.
Common DUI-D Charges
You could face DUI-D charges for the use of these substances behind the wheel:
- Prescription drugs, such as opioids and narcotics
- Schedule I drugs, such as heroin, LSD, ecstasy or marijuana
- Schedule II drugs, such as cocaine, OxyContin or fentanyl
- Schedule III drugs, such as ketamine or codeine
When facing a drug or marijuana DUI in Savannah, an experienced attorney can help reduce the impact of your situation.
Your Legal Options
DUI-D defense options to consider include:
- Challenging weak evidence gathered by the police
- Challenging the officer’s observations
- Challenging the officer’s certification or training
- Challenging flawed evaluations carried out by drug recognition experts
Because drugs cannot be measured in a breath test, the testing process is often subjective. An ARIDE-trained lawyer can find ways to challenge the prosecution’s case.
Call For A Consultation
To set up a free initial consultation after a prescription drug DUI or a related charge in Georgia, call 912-912-5807 or use the online contact form.