Can I Drive After My Arrest for DUI While My Case is Pending?
If you are licensed in Georgia, the answer is "Yes." You can continue to drive after being arrested and charged with DUI. Remember, you are innocent unless and until the state of Georgia proves your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. If you are licensed in a state other than Georgia, different rules may apply.
When you are arrested for DUI, the arresting officer will typically keep your driver’s license. The fact that he has physically taken your license does not mean that you cannot drive. The police officer takes your license as bond to further insure that you will show up for your court appearances. If the officer took your license, you should carry with you the copies of the citations that were issued to you which will serve as your temporary driver’s license. If the arresting officer did not take your license, simply keep your plastic license with you and continue to drive. The Marietta DUI defense at Gentry, Smith, Dettmering, Morgan & Schnatmeier, LLP can further advise you regarding your temporary driving privileges.
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