Lawrenceville Municipal Court Defense Attorneys Guiding Your Case
Trusted attorney Christopher T. Adams brings his rich history as a criminal defense lawyer to your case. He is highly knowledgeable about the local municipal court systems of Gwinnett County and the surrounding counties. At The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C., he has guided clients through municipal offenses since 1992.
Mr. Adams and attorney Emily Adams are descended from a long line of Georgia attorneys. Their deep roots in the community allow them to develop defense strategies based on the idiosyncrasies of individual court staff or local opposing counsel.
Misdemeanor And Traffic Charges In Downtown Lawrenceville
The firm’s office is just steps away from the Lawrenceville Municipal Court at 70 S. Clayton Street near Perry Street. This court handles city offenses separately from the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center. Our Perry Street defense lawyers understand the unique procedures of this local bench. They resolve cases involving:
- Speeding
- School zone camera citations
- Shoplifting under $500
- Misdemeanor marijuana possession under one ounce
- Driving with a suspended license
- Noise violations
- Other ordinance infractions
Minor tickets or ordinance claims may seem small. However, a conviction can still leave a permanent mark on your record. Our skilled Lawrenceville municipal court attorneys fight to protect you from lasting damage.
Defending Traffic Violations, Super Speeder Tickets And Ordinance Offenses
Georgia has a special law known as the Super Speeder Law, or O.C.G.A. § 40-6-189. This law adds a mandatory $200 fine to drivers who:
- Speed 75 miles per hour or more on a two-lane roadway.
- Speed 85 miles per hour or more on a multilane roadway.
Our traffic ticket lawyers in Lawrenceville can work to negotiate super speeder charges down to nonreporting offenses. This can help to prevent insurance rate spikes. They treat ordinance violations in Lawrenceville with as much attention as severe criminal charges.
Fighting Shoplifting And Misdemeanor Marijuana Charges
Our team also handles shoplifting defense in Lawrenceville and misdemeanor marijuana charges in Gwinnett County. Theft by shoplifting under $500 falls under O.C.G.A. § 16-8-14 as a misdemeanor. Our misdemeanor lawyers for Lawrenceville Municipal Court can pursue options such as pretrial intervention programs. Completing community service or educational classes through these programs can lead to a full dismissal, keeping your background check clean.
Demand For Jury Trial: Binding Over To Gwinnett County State Court
Municipal judges usually decide cases without a jury. However, you have the right to request a jury trial by your peers. This process, called a bind over, involves a formal transfer of a case from a lower-level municipal court to a state court. A bind over to Gwinnett County state court transfers your case away from the city prosecutor. Moving your case may give your team leverage against the state and provide more time to gather evidence.
Team Up With Our Experienced Gwinnett County Defense Lawyers
At The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C., you can find trustworthy counsel to help you resolve municipal court offenses quickly and smoothly. The firm’s attorneys offer free, confidential consultations. To begin, please call 770-676-1083 or use the online contact form.
