Athens is a college town with a court system that reflects it. The University of Georgia draws tens of thousands of students from across the country, and Athens-Clarke County’s courts see a steady volume of DUI, minor-in-possession, fake ID, and drug possession cases tied to game days, downtown nights, and the everyday life of a campus community.
Tailor Law P.C. defends clients in Athens whose futures depend on getting these cases handled correctly the first time. A misstep can mean a permanent criminal record, suspended license, lost financial aid, or immigration consequences – outcomes that follow a young person well past graduation.
Handles citations issued by Athens-Clarke County Police and University of Georgia Police, including most DUI, MIP, and disorderly conduct matters. Diversion programs are available for many first-time offenders – but eligibility and terms vary, and the wrong plea can foreclose a better resolution.
Handles misdemeanors and certain transferred cases, including DUI cases where the defendant requests a jury trial. We use State Court strategically when the facts and the client’s goals warrant it.
Handles felony cases in Athens-Clarke and Oconee Counties – drug trafficking, aggravated assault, weapons charges, and other serious matters.
A criminal charge in Athens carries collateral consequences that go beyond the courtroom. UGA conduct review, scholarship implications, professional licensing applications, and – for non-citizens – immigration consequences can all turn on how a case is resolved. We coordinate the legal defense with these collateral issues so a plea today does not become a problem next semester or after graduation.
We also represent out-of-state and out-of-county defendants who would prefer not to make repeated trips to Athens. In many cases, we can appear on a client’s behalf so they do not have to miss class, work, or travel back for routine court dates.
Attorney Al Tailor is a former Prosecutor for the Office of the Attorney General who now defends clients in Athens-Clarke County and across northeast Georgia. He knows what the State looks for in these cases, and he uses that to find the best resolution – whether that is a diversion program, a charge reduction, a record restriction, or a trial.
When you hire Tailor Law P.C., you work directly with Al. Every call, every court appearance, every decision – you are dealing with the lawyer who is fighting your case.
If you have been charged with a crime in Gwinnett, Walton, or Barrow County – or anywhere in Georgia – do not wait to get a defense in motion. Tailor Law P.C. offers a free initial consultation and affordable payment plans, and you will work directly with attorney Al Tailor from start to finish.
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