Experienced legal defense to fight your DeKalb County traffic ticket or speeding ticket.
Get a free consultation by filling out our free ticket consultation form today or call 404-315-9936, 24/7. We offer professional and aggressive traffic ticket defense to effectively handle your case in all DeKalb County traffic courts. Our team of lawyers has a proven track record of helping clients in DeKalb County courts, including municipal courts as well. Most cases we have handled result in a reduction of the traffic violation and points, protecting numerous drivers from license suspension.
Protect Your Driving Record
Speeding tickets, traffic tickets, or a DUI in DeKalb County can ruin your driving record or increase your insurance premiums. Accumulating too many points could cause a future license suspension. Our DeKalb County traffic lawyers fight for Georgia drivers. Call 404-315-9936 – 24/7 – or submit your ticket online now for a free traffic ticket evaluation.
Types of ticket violations our Georgia traffic ticket defense firm will handle include the following, though there are additional traffic offenses where we will offer legal help :
- Speeding Tickets
- GA Super Speeder tickets
- Driving with no insurance
- Driving with a suspended license
- Driving with a suspended registration
- Commercial Driver’s License(CDL) Violations
- Failure to maintain lane
- Accident tickets
- Impeding traffic flow
- Following too closely
- Emergency lane violations
- Missed Court Dates/Failure to Appear
- Open container
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
- Under 21 Years of Age Traffic Tickets
- Red light tickets
- Reckless driving
- Tinted windows
- Illegal traffic stops
- High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV) Lane Violations
Traffic Courts in DeKalb County
Our experience extends to multiple traffic courts in DeKalb County, including:
State Traffic Court Dekalb County
- Address: 3630 Camp Circle, Decatur, GA 30032
- Phone: (404) 294-2099
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Judge: Judge Ross
- Clerk of Court: Nicole T. Gaines
DeKalb County State Court
- Address: 556 N McDonough St, Decatur, GA 30030
- Phone: (404) 371-2261
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Judge: Judge Wayne M. Purdom
- Clerk of Court: Debra DeBerry
Dekalb County Superior Court
- 556 North McDonough Street, Ground Floor, Decatur, GA 30030
- Hours: Monday- Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Presiding Judge: Judge LaTisha Dear Jackson
- Clerk of Court: Debra DeBerry
Municipal Courts in DeKalb County
Atlanta Municipal Court
- Address: 150 Garnett Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
- Phone: (404) 658-6940
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Judge: Judge Christopher T. Portis
- Clerk of Court: Ryan Shepard
Chamblee Municipal Court
- Address: 4445 Buford Highway, Chamblee, GA 30341
- Phone: (770) 986-5004
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Judge: Judge Charles E. Beaudrot
- Clerk of Court: Erika I. Glover
Avondale Estates Municipal Court
- Address: 21 North Avondale Plaza, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
- Phone: (404) 294-5400
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Judge: Judge Gary C. Sams
- Clerk of Court: Lisa Panter
Decatur Municipal Court
- Address: 420 W Trinity Place, Decatur, GA 30030
- Phone: (404) 370-4100
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Judge: Judge Rhathelia Stroud
- Clerk of Court: Jane Smith
Lithonia Municipal Court
- Address: 6920 Main Street
- Phone: (770) 482- 8136
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- City Clerk: Ashley Waters
Doraville Municipal Court
- Address: 3765 Park Avenue, Doraville, GA 30340
- Phone: (770) 455-1001
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Judge: Judge Brian Hansford
- Court Clerk: Laura Johnson
Stone Mountain Municipal Court
- Address: 875 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
- Phone: (770) 498-8984
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:000 PM
- Judge: Judge James L. Larkin
- Court Clerk: Marie Hunter
Dunwoody Municipal Court
- Address: 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338
- Phone: (678) 382-6973
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Judge: Judge Michael Gailey
- Court Clerk: Norlaunda Huntington
Law Enforcement in DeKalb County
DeKalb County is patrolled by several law enforcement agencies, including the DeKalb County Police Department, the Georgia State Patrol, and various municipal police departments. Each of these agencies is dedicated to maintaining road safety and enforcing traffic laws to protect all drivers. The DeKalb County Police Department, in particular, is known for its rigorous enforcement of traffic laws, which helps to keep the roads safe but can also result in numerous traffic tickets for drivers.
High-Ticket Areas in DeKalb County
Certain areas in DeKalb County are known for having higher rates of traffic violations and subsequent tickets. Some of these high-ticket areas include:
I-285 Corridor
The I-285 corridor, particularly the stretch passing through DeKalb County, is a major hotspot for traffic violations. Speeding and improper lane changes are common here due to the heavy traffic and frequent lane shifts.
Buford Highway
Buford Highway is another area with a high incidence of traffic tickets. Known for its bustling activity and diverse communities, the road sees frequent speeding and lane violation tickets.
Stone Mountain Freeway (US 78)
US 78, particularly around the Stone Mountain area, is notorious for speeding violations. The open road and fewer traffic signals often lead drivers to exceed speed limits, resulting in more tickets.
Downtown Decatur
Downtown Decatur, with its mix of pedestrian activity and vehicle traffic, often sees tickets for running red lights and failing to yield to pedestrians.
Northlake Mall Area
The commercial area around Northlake Mall also sees a high number of traffic violations, particularly during peak shopping hours. Common violations include illegal parking and failure to adhere to traffic signs.
Why Choose Us?
Our knowledgeable Dekalb County Traffic Lawyers, including Attorney Scott Fortas and his team, are ready to fight your traffic violation. Most cases can be resolved without a court appearance on your part. Submit now for a free traffic ticket consultation.
We accept traffic ticket cases from cities in DeKalb County, including
- Atlanta
- Avondale Estates
- Brookhaven
- Chamblee
- Decatur
- Doraville
- Lithonia
- Stone Mountain
- Tucker
Receiving a DUI in DeKalb County
Being charged with a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in DeKalb County is a serious matter that can have significant consequences. Georgia law is stringent when it comes to DUI offenses, and the penalties can be severe, including heavy fines, suspension of your driver’s license, community service, mandatory DUI education programs, and even jail time. The impact of a DUI conviction goes beyond legal penalties, potentially affecting your job, insurance rates, and personal life.
What to Expect After a DUI Arrest
After a DUI arrest in DeKalb County, you will likely be taken into custody and your vehicle impounded. You will be required to appear in court for an arraignment, where you will enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. It is crucial to have experienced legal representation at this stage to navigate the complexities of DUI laws and court procedures effectively.
Our Firm Handles DUI Cases
At our firm, we understand the gravity of a DUI charge and are committed to providing the best possible defense for our clients. Traffic Attorney Scott Fortas has extensive experience handling DUI cases in DeKalb County and knows the strategies that can be employed to challenge the evidence against you. Whether it’s questioning the accuracy of breathalyzer tests, the legality of the traffic stop, or the procedures followed by law enforcement, we leave no stone unturned in defending your case.
Why Choose Our DUI Lawyers in DeKalb County?
- Experience: Our team has successfully defended numerous clients against DUI charges, often resulting in reduced penalties or dismissed charges. We have in-depth knowledge of DUI laws and the specific procedures followed in DeKalb County courts.
- Aggressive Defense: We employ a proactive and aggressive approach to challenge the prosecution’s case and protect your rights.
- Personalized Attention: Each case is unique, and we provide personalized attention to ensure the best possible outcome for your situation.
Contact Us for DUI Defense
If you have been charged with a DUI in DeKalb County, do not hesitate to contact us. The sooner you have legal representation, the better your chances of a favorable outcome. Call us now at 404-315-9936 or submit your information online for a free consultation.