In Cobb County, the mandatory minimum sentencing for a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction varies based on factors such as prior offenses, whether the DUI resulted in injury, and whether the offense involves certain aggravating circumstances. Here’s a general overview:

1. First Offense: For a first DUI offense, the minimum sentence generally includes:
   • A mandatory minimum of 24 hours in jail. You will generally receive credit for any time that you’ve already served. For example, if you served 12 hours immediately after your arrest, then you would have 12 more hours remaining to serve in custody. Some judges will suspend any remaining time.
   • A minimum of 40 hours of community service.
   • Completion of a DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program.
   • Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Victim Impact Program
   • $300 fine (excluding court costs)
2. Second Offense: For a second DUI offense within 10 years:
   • A mandatory minimum of 72 hours in jail with credit for any time served.
   • A minimum of 240 hours of community service.
   • A longer period of probation and potentially longer mandatory completion of a DUI risk reduction program.
   • Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Victim Impact Program
   • $600 fine (excluding court costs)
3. Third Offense: For a third DUI offense within 10 years:
   • A mandatory minimum of 15 days in jail.
   • A minimum of 300 hours of community service.
   • A longer period of probation and completion of a DUI risk reduction program.
   • Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Victim Impact Program
   • $1,000 fine (excluding court costs)
4. Aggravating Factors: If there are aggravating factors such as high blood alcohol content (BAC) or causing serious injury or death, the minimum sentences can be more severe.

If you’ve been charged with a DUI do not hesitate. Call our office today at (404)581-0999.