Augusta, Georgia DUI Attorney Elmer H. "Pete" Young

Augusta, Georgia DUI Attorney Elmer H. "Pete" Young is a 1975 graduate of John Marshall Law School. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, Georgia State College and Columbus College. His practice is substantially dedicated to drunk driving, DUI penalties and other alcohol and drug-related traffic matters, including vehicular homicide.

Augusta / Statesboro DUI Lawyer, Pete Young is a frequent lecturer on legal subjects (particularly regarding Georgia DUI laws) at various civic groups, legal seminars public interest forums. He has produced a radio series and has been approved as a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Instructor of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. Mr. Young is also a graduate of the advanced drunk driving law course "Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI / DWI Cases" and has been a guest speaker at the Defense of Drinking Drivers seminar sponsored by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education. As a prominent DUI defense lawyer, Mr. Young is an active member of the National College for DUI Defense. He was recognized by his mentors and peers in 2002, by being awarded "Most Amazing Jury Verdict".

Mr. Young has been successful in obtaining approximately 85-90 percent non-DUI dispositions in his DUI / DWI cases. He has, therefore, become "the" DUI lawyer in and around Augusta, Statesboro and the CSRA of eastern Georgia. Mr. Young is currently involved in "intense defense" against the aggressive enforcement of DUI laws is his area. Many of his DUI / DWI and drunk driving cases are dismissed without the need of a Georgia DUI trial.

DUI Defense Attorney Pete Young also handles other criminal matters earning a reputation among the bar and bench for conscientiously and aggressively representing his client's interests. A majority of his non-DUI criminal cases are drug-related cases. Whether you’ve had a DUI arrest or another criminal issue, Mr. Young is the attorney to call in Augusta, Statesboro and surrounding areas.

Georgia DUI Attorney Elmer H. "Pete" Young typically practices in the Georgia counties of: Burke, Jenkins, Bulloch, Columbia, Jefferson, Screven, Effingham, Evans and Richmond typically representing clients in the cities of Augusta and Statesboro. He maintains offices in Augusta and Savannah, Georgia.

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Why should you hire me?

"I have never caved-in on a client. You can rely on me to do exactly as we agreed. I fight every case like it's my only case. I understand how important your case and your license is to you, so rest assured I'll do my very best. If you just have to win your dui case in the areas I serve, I'm the lawyer for you."

Georgia Court Information and Locations

Mr. Young is admitted to practice in all District and Circuit and Federal Courts in the State of Georgia.

Mr. Young most frequently practice law in the following counties: Burke, Jenkins, Bulloch, Columbia, Jefferson, Screven, Effingham, Evans and Richmond with a particular emphasis in Augusta and Statesboro.

Georgia Courts, Links to Georgia's Judicial and Legal system:

 Supreme Court of Georgia - The Supreme Court of Georgia's primary role is to decide cases appealed to it from the lower courts.
 Council of Juvenile Court Judges of Georgia - The Council of Juvenile Court Judges of Georgia was established in 1982 by OCGA 15-11-19 to provide to juvenile courts through legal research services, legislative tracking, and specialized programs to assist in protecting the best interest of children and the state.
 Court of Appeals of Georgia - The Court of Appeals of Georgia was established in 1906, Ga. Laws, p.24, by an amendment to the State Constitution submitted to the electorate to provide for the establishment of a Court of Appeals, and to define its powers and jurisdiction; to define the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court and for other purposes.
 Judicial Branch of Georgia - An introduction to all levels of Georgia's court system: Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Superior Courts, State Courts, Juvenile Courts, Probate Courts, Magistrate Courts and Municipal Courts.
 Department of Juvenile Justice - The fundamental purpose of the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is to serve and protect the citizens of Georgia.
 Department of Motor Vehicle Safety - The DMVS provides drivers licenses, identification cards, vehicle titles, vehicle registrations and specialty tags.

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Georgia Arrest and Release

If someone you care about has been arrested, visit Georgia Department of Corrections web site for detailed inmate and prison information.

Other Georgia Resources

There are a variety of special problems that arise following a drunk driving, DUI, or DWI arrest in Georgia. It may be necessary to use a bail bondsman to help a friend or loved one gain release from custody. Renting a car may be difficult (although we know of several companies that will do so), as is getting car insurance. There may be a requirement to attend special alcohol programs, or AA meetings.

For a free consultation, contact EHYoung@1800DUILAWS.com.

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