Why Paying a Super Speeder Ticket Online Can Cost You More Than You Think

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It’s not just a fine — it’s points, insurance hikes, and hidden state penalties.

If you’ve received a Super Speeder citation in Georgia, you might be tempted to just pay it online and move on.

But before you do, you should know what happens behind the scenes — and why that “easy” decision could cost you thousands over time.

At EHG Law Firm, we help drivers across the Atlanta metro avoid the long-term damage of a Super Speeder ticket — often without ever going to court.

🚨 What Is a Super Speeder Ticket?

Georgia’s Super Speeder Law (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-189) adds a state-level penalty to speeding convictions under these conditions:

  • 75 mph or more on a two-lane road

  • 85 mph or more on any road or highway

If you’re convicted of speeding at those levels, the state will automatically designate you a “Super Speeder.”

That means:

  • An additional $200 fine (on top of your court fine)

  • Points on your license

  • A likely insurance rate hike

  • And if you miss that extra payment? License suspension.

💡 You won’t see the Super Speeder fine when you pay your ticket online. It comes later — by mail — from the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS). And if you miss it, you lose your license.

What Happens When You Pay a Super Speeder Ticket Online

When you pay the ticket online (or even in person) without going to court, you’re pleading guilty. That triggers:

  • A conviction reported to DDS

  • Immediate points on your driving record

  • An insurance rate increase that can last for 3–5 years

  • The $200 Super Speeder surcharge billed separately by DDS

  • A suspension if you miss that state-level deadline — even by accident

A Real Example: $500 Became $3,000

One client came to us after paying a $188 speeding ticket online for going 87 in a 70. She didn’t realize she’d triggered Georgia’s Super Speeder law.

  • DDS mailed a $200 notice to an old address

  • Her license was suspended automatically because she did not pay the fee

  • She was stopped again weeks later and arrested for Driving While Suspended — a misdemeanor

  • After reinstatement fees, missed work, and court costs, the total hit over $2,500

All of this could have been avoided if she had called a lawyer before clicking “Pay.”

Can a Lawyer Reduce or Avoid Super Speeder Consequences?

Often, yes — but it depends on the court and how you handle it.

We’ve helped clients:

  • Negotiate the ticket to a non-reporting 

  • Avoid points penalty

  • Eliminate the Super Speeder designation by resolving the case at a lower speed

  • Keep the case off their record and insurance

And best of all: we usually do this without you having to appear in court.

What if the Ticket Was in Atlanta?

Atlanta Municipal Court often does not normally reduce super speeder citations — especially for CDL holders. But we have a few ways to fix that:

  • Transfer the case to a a higher court

  • Help clients complete defensive driving or speed awareness courses

  • Coordinate a resolution with the Solicitor that avoids the worst penalties

We know how to work with — and around — the normal procedures that produce unnecessarily harsh penalties.

Super Speeder Tickets Are Fixable — But Only If You Act Fast

Every day we talk to drivers who wish they had called us before clicking “Pay Now.” Once a Super Speeder ticket is processed and reported to DDS, it’s much harder to fix — and sometimes irreversible.

Let us review your ticket and guide you to a smarter outcome. You don’t have to face court or risk your license alone.

Fighting a Traffic Ticket in Atlanta: What Actually Works in Court

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Some tickets can be reduced or dismissed. Others can ruin your record. Here’s how to tell the difference.

You got a ticket in Atlanta — maybe for speeding, running a red light, or something more serious like reckless driving or failure to yield. Now you’re wondering:

  • Do I need a lawyer?

  • Will this go on my record?

  • Is it worth fighting, or should I just pay the fine?

If you’re asking these questions, you’re already ahead of the game. Because what actually happens when you pay a ticket in Georgia isn’t always clear — and it’s rarely harmless.

At EHG Law Firm, we help people protect their record, their license, and their peace of mind by handling tickets strategically, not automatically.

What Happens If You Just Pay the Ticket

Paying a Georgia traffic ticket online is the same as pleading guilty. It can result in:

  • Points on your license (which can trigger suspension for some drivers)

  • Higher insurance rates — often for years

  • Loss of a clean driving record

  • A surprise suspension if you have multiple tickets or drive for a living

Some tickets, like Super Speeder violations, also come with extra state fines — and you won’t find that out until you get a letter in the mail.

What Actually Works in Atlanta Traffic Court?

We’ve handled thousands of traffic cases in Atlanta Municipal Court and surrounding jurisdictions. What works isn’t guesswork — it’s experience and preparation.

Here’s what actually gets results:

✅ Showing up with a plan — not excuses

Judges and prosecutors see hundreds of cases a day. If you show up with explanations or emotional pleas (“I didn’t mean to,” “I was late for work”), you’re less likely to get a break.

✅ Negotiating for a reduced or no-point violation

Certain tickets — like speeding or improper lane change — can sometimes be reduced to non-reporting violations or dismissed. That means:

  • No points

  • No record

  • No insurance hike

But you need to ask for the right thing in the right way — and in the right court.

✅ Fixing the root issue before court

In many cases, we recommend clients complete defensive driving, fix a suspended license, or repair a vehicle before appearing. This improves outcomes and sometimes results in outright dismissal.

✅ Knowing the courtroom players

Every judge, solicitor, and courtroom in Atlanta operates a little differently. Knowing what each decision-maker values helps us build a more effective strategy.

A Real Example: CDL Driver Avoids Suspension

One of our clients — a commercial driver — was ticketed in Atlanta for reckless driving and failure to yield. If convicted in Atlanta Municipal Court, his CDL would have been at serious risk.

Why? Because Atlanta typically does not reduce or amend charges for CDL holders, and simply identifying yourself as a CDL driver can result in harsher treatment, not leniency.

We acted fast:

  • Investigated the case

  • Requested a transfer of the case to a different court

  • Prepared a full mitigation packet (defensive driving, clean record, employer support)

  • Negotiated a non-reporting, no-point resolution — outside of the lower court’s standard policy

Our client kept his license, kept his job, and never had to appear in court.

When Should You Hire a Lawyer?

You don’t need a lawyer for every traffic ticket — but in these situations, it’s strongly advised:

  • You have a commercial license (CDL)

  • You already have points or a past suspension

  • The ticket was in connection with an accident or injury

  • You’re charged with reckless driving, aggressive driving, or Super Speeder

  • You’re not local and can’t attend court yourself

We handle court so you don’t have to — saving you time, uncertainty, and risk.

We Handle Traffic Cases Across Metro Atlanta

We represent clients in:

  • Atlanta Municipal Court

  • Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, and Gwinnett County State Courts

  • City courts in Sandy Springs, College Park, Marietta, East Point, and more

Whether it’s your first ticket or one too many, we know how to protect your driving record — and your future.

Let’s Make Sure a Small Mistake Doesn’t Become a Big Problem

A traffic ticket isn’t just a fine. It’s your license, your insurance, your record.
We help clients fix it before it causes bigger damage.

There’s a Warrant for My Arrest in Fulton County. Can I Clear It Without Going to Jail?

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Yes — in many cases, you can. But don’t wait until you’re in handcuffs.

You just found out there’s a warrant for your arrest in Fulton County — maybe from a missed court date or a case you thought was resolved.

Your mind is racing:

  • Will I get arrested at work?

  • Can I fix this without going to jail?

  • What do I do right now?

You’re not alone — and yes, there are ways to clear a warrant without getting arrested, especially if the warrant is tied to a traffic or misdemeanor case that’s still open.

At EHG Law Firm, we help people resolve active Failure to Appear (FTA) warrants in Fulton County quickly, strategically, and with minimal risk.

What Kind of Warrants Are We Talking About?

Most of the time, this is a bench warrant issued after:

  • You missed a court date

  • You didn’t complete a court-ordered step (like probation or classes)

  • You assumed the case was closed — but it wasn’t

This kind of warrant means the court is still expecting you — and if police find you first, you could be taken into custody on the spot.

That can happen:

  • At a traffic stop

  • During a background check

  • Or through a mailed notice you missed

Can You Clear the Warrant Without Going to Jail?

In many cases, yes.

We regularly help clients:

  • File a motion to lift the bench warrant

  • Get back on the court calendar

  • Legal representation appears in court so you don’t have to

  • Avoid arrest altogether

Judges are often willing to lift a warrant when a lawyer files an entry of appearance and motion to lift the warrant.

A Real Example: Missed Traffic Court → Warrant → Case Resolved

A client missed a traffic hearing in Fulton County Municipal Court and had no idea a bench warrant was issued. Months later, he was pulled over for a minor infraction and told his license was suspended.

We acted fast:

  • Verified the warrant

  • Filed a motion with the court

  • Appeared in court on client’s behalf and explained the mix-up

The judge lifted the warrant, reinstated his bond, and we successfully resolved the underlying case.
No jail time. No required court appearance. Case closed.

Why Acting Quickly Matters

Warrants don’t go away on their own — and waiting too long increases the chances of:

  • Getting arrested at the worst possible time

  • Losing your license (if it hasn’t been suspended already)

  • Having your bond revoked or increased

When you show the court you’re trying to make things right — before they come looking for you — it makes a difference.

Where We Clear Warrants

We handle FTA and bench warrants tied to open cases in:

  • Fulton County State Court

  • Atlanta Municipal Court

  • City courts like East Point, College Park, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, and Roswell

We know how each court handles FTAs — and how to move quickly to get you back in good standing.

What To Do Now

  1. Don’t go to court alone hoping to fix it.
    There may be other warrants you don’t know about.

  2. Don’t ignore it.
    Warrants don’t expire, and the longer you wait, the more disruptive it will be.

  3. Call us.
    We’ll confirm the status of your warrant, file the right motion, and walk you through the process — step by step.

DUI Less Safe vs. DUI Per Se: What’s the Difference in Georgia Law?

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Two charges. Two very different strategies. Here’s what drivers need to know.

If you’ve been charged with DUI in Georgia, you may have noticed something strange on your citation or bond paperwork — it might say:

You might be wondering: what’s the difference? Does it matter? And how does it affect your case?

At EHG Law Firm, we represent drivers across Metro Atlanta facing all types of DUI charges — and understanding the difference between these two can be the key to your defense.

🔍 What is DUI Per Se?

DUI Per Se is what most people think of when they hear “DUI.” It means you:

  • Took a breath, blood, or urine test, and

  • The result showed a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher,

  • At the time of driving or within 3 hours

It doesn’t matter whether you felt drunk, slurred your speech, or drove erratically.
If the test result says 0.08% or more — and the test was properly administered — the state may try to convict you based on that alone.

This is why it’s called “Per Se” — the BAC number itself makes it a DUI, legally.

🔎 What is DUI Less Safe?

DUI Less Safe doesn’t require a chemical test at all. It means the officer believed:

  • You were impaired by alcohol or drugs, and

  • That impairment made it “less safe” for you to drive

This charge is often used when:

  • You refused the breath or blood test

  • The officer only observed physical signs (e.g., slurred speech, glassy eyes, odor of alcohol)

  • Drug impairment is suspected (even prescription)

It’s subjective — and often more open to challenge, especially with bodycam footage and experienced cross-examination.

🚔 Can You Be Charged With Both?

Yes — and many people are.

Officers often list both DUI Less Safe and DUI Per Se on the same citation so prosecutors have options. If the chemical test is thrown out, they can fall back on the “Less Safe” theory.

But that flexibility goes both ways. It also gives us an opportunity to:

  • Challenge the breath or blood test

  • Attack the officer’s observations

  • Suppress key evidence and limit the state’s ability to prove its case

A Real Story: .12 BAC — Still Dismissed

One of our clients was arrested in Fulton County and charged with DUI Per Se after blowing a 0.12 on the Intoxilyzer — well above the legal limit. On paper, it looked like an open-and-shut case.

But when we reviewed the bodycam footage, we found several critical problems:

  • There was a delay in the reading of Implied Consent warning

  • The officer failed to observe the client for the full 20-minute deprivation period required under Georgia DUI protocol

  • The officer did not read the warning verbatim

We filed a motion to suppress the breath test. With no chemical evidence and weak signs of impairment, the prosecutor dismissed the DUI and offered a non-DUI resolution.

No conviction. No jail. No license suspension.

Why This Distinction Matters for Your Defense

Each charge requires a different defense strategy:

  • Per Se DUIs hinge on science, procedure, and test reliability

  • Less Safe DUIs depend on behavior, officer opinion, and interpretation

Knowing which charge is stronger — and where the weaknesses lie — shapes every step we take on your behalf.

We routinely use:

  • Bodycam analysis

  • Dashcam footage

  • Cross-examination of officer training

  • Scientific challenges to timing and process

You can’t fight what you don’t understand — and many people don’t even realize which type of DUI they’re actually facing.

We Fight DUI Charges Across Metro Atlanta

We represent clients in:

  • Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, and Gwinnett County State and Superior Courts

  • Atlanta Municipal Court

  • City courts in Decatur, Sandy Springs, Marietta, East Point, Alpharetta, Roswell, and more

Whether you blew over the limit or refused entirely, we know how to fight both DUI Per Se and DUI Less Safe charges — and when to push for dismissal or reduction.

Charged With DUI? Let’s Talk.

Before you go to court, talk to a lawyer who understands the science and the strategy. We’ll review your paperwork, explain what each charge means, and help you take the best next step.