[CDL Driver Entered Guilty Plea to a DUI while driving his personal vehicle and Lost Ability to Drive Commercial Vehicles for a full year]
From :S.B. [via e-mail]
Sent: Saturday, September 22, 2007 10:10 AM
Subject: CDL Suspension
I got a 1st time DUI conviction in May 07, in a non-commercial vehicle, among other requirements, I got a 120 day suspension on my license, that suspension was up on 9/21/07, I did all they wanted me to do, i.e. DUI school, counseling, and even on my own did AARP driver safety program, I called Conyers to verify that I could get my CDL back and was told I had to go to Albany or Waycross, I did that and paid, and all they gave me was a regular license and was inform that my CDL is suspended till May 23, 08, all I've ever received from DDS was the 120 day suspension, nothing stating that my CDL would be suspended for a year.
What I need to know is, is there an appeal process to get this overturned, when I plead guilty I was under the assumption that this was only a judicial suspension, and that it wouldn't affect my CDL.
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September 22, 2007
Dear S.B.,
I cannot explain how you were under the mistaken impression about a DUI conviction NOT totally disqualifying you for a CDL permit for your license, but you virtually have no avenue to appeal. If this was on the advice of an attorney, then you may have a legal malpractice claim.
Once the guilty plea for DUI hit the record (regardless of what type of vehicle you were driving) you have no CDL privileges for 1 full year. You were eligible for a REGULAR driver’s license, and received that from the DDS office you visited.
A second DUI disqualifies you FOR LIFE.
I would not take any money from you and tell you that I (or anyone) can reinstate your CDL privileges until one full year from the plea date has expired.
William C. Head
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From: Kudzu.com under attorney ratings.
Sent: 03/16/2006
Subject: Best there is !!!!
Talk about a lawyer that stands behind what he does. This man is very honest, very hard working, and will do everything in his power to fairly represent you and your case. I was given exceptional service, never had any difficulty reaching him, or speaking directly with his staff. They were all very professional, and educated. No hidden costs or additional fees at my expense!!!
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From: Kudzu.com under attorney ratings.
Sent: 03/03/2006
Subject: Excellent DUI Defense
This firm employs some of the best DUI attorneys in the State. They are always up on the law and know what they are doing. They are pricey, at times, but the consequences of a DUI can be terrible. You get what you pay for.
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[The following letter came to Mr. Head in October of 2006 following settlement of a case that originally started in Dekalb Superior Court as two counts of felony serious injury by vehicle and other misdemeanor charges. Mr. Head’s client had driven the wrong way on I-285 before colliding into a pick-up truck and careening off into two other cars. Mr. Head’s client was severely injured, requiring nearly 5 months of recovery time. The case was resolved for three misdemeanor charges, with significant community service hours, probation for three years and no jail time.]
Bubba,
Thank you so much for all your help over the past year and a half on my case. In addition to all the obvious work you did in my case I would like to thank you for all the little stuff you did that was not so obviously seen. Especially helping me to only have to go to court 3 times (which I think is low) over a year and a half, especially when I was in Jacksonville recovering. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome and I truly believe that my excellent circumstances are a direct result of your hard work. Thank you for caring about your work and caring about my case. Your hard work has been a blessing to my family.
With my thanks,
JH
From: ADP
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007
Subject: Thank You Team Bubba!
Bubba:
I still wish the DUI had never happened in the first place but it did and your excellence and that of your team resolved it as favorably as possible.
Thank you. I am certain you know how relieved I feel.
I hope our paths cross under other, less stressful circumstances.
ADP
p.s.: Again, thank you and have a great 2007!
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From: William C. Head
Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2007
Subject: Thank You Team Bubba!
ADP,
Thank you for your e-mail concerning our “team” at the office. They are the secret of my success.
I am happy to have been able to work out a deal [reckless driving] for you on a difficult case (both breath test results over 0.10 grams). Good luck to you and your family in the future.
Bubba Head
December 20, 2006
Bubba,
Let me just say, I now know first-hand why they say you're the best!
You have the best staff, the best manner, the best strategy and you produce results.
I appreciate the compassionate manner in which you and your staff handled my case. Allison and Julie were great with my ridiculous questions and last minute qualms.
Thanks for the professionalism and dignity in which you handled my case and I know is the norm for your firm. Tom Thomas really seems to like what he does-and he is good at it!
Thanks. Your experience and service will not be forgotten.
R C R
[E-mail from client whose DUI
was reduced to "too fast for conditions" and ZERO points. Her
license is being returned to her.]
January 21, 2006
What a relief. It's finally over! Thanks for looking out for me
Bubba! Allison, Bubba told me to ask you how/when/where I go to
get my driver's license back. Can you help me with that?
Bubba, your staff is amazing. They are extremely detailed,
calming, knowledgeable and on top of things. Thanks for all your
hard work.
God bless you,
L A O
Praise for Peter Zeliff [e-mail dated December 19th, 2005] regarding a DUI bench trial at Atlanta Municipal Court
Dear Mr. Head,
Earlier today a year-and-a-half struggle of worry and uncertainty ended within twenty short minutes through the flawless legal defense and guidance of Peter Zeliff. Nearly two years ago I was fraudulently arrested on charges of DUI while sleeping in a vehicle in front of my girlfriend's house after a quarrel. Two Atlanta Police Department officers approached my van and preceded to draw me into numerous probing questions which eventually led to a series of unorthodox
field sobriety tests.
I was always taught from childhood to trust and fully cooperate with police officers under all circumstances. Well sure, but I simply didn't understand the full scope of my legal rights. Soon after my encounter with the cops I was found in the Atlanta Detention Center and coerced into blowing into an Intoxilyzer machine on the grounds that I'd be freed if I blew under the legal limit. As they say, retrospect is 20/20.
I cannot tell people enough that if they are ever pulled over or approached by police that they should follow your free legal instructions that are found here on the website to the note. Cooperate respectfully but refuse to do any field tests.
Unfortunately I did not know I had such options. And certainly the police didn't phrase the law in a way that it seemed beneficial to me. Everything felt like a threat. It was a scary, scary situation.
Today Mr. Zeliff hit one out of the ballpark so to speak. Trial began and things appeared dire at first. After all, I blew and had dual charges. A DUI for allegedly being too drunk to drive and a per se DUI (for being over 0.08). Beating one seemed possible. But beating both of them seemed more than an upward climb. Mr. Zeliff has been helpful and kind throughout this slow-dragging saga. As I said earlier, we have been to court over the course of a year-and-a-half. We have been through three different judges and a few prosecutors as well during the messy merge of City Court of Atlanta and Atlanta Municipal Court.
Mr. Zeliff patiently sat and listened to prosecutors as they seemed to dig for ideas over my conviction and lead the witness only to be objected by my counsel. Mr. Zeliff took notes over everything that was said. His quick wit and knowledge proved too much for the prosecution team which consisted of four attorneys.
Zeliff's counter examination of the arresting officer uncovered hole after hole into the investigation of my alleged crime. Mr. Zeliff cited supreme court rulings that actually got my per se DUI thrown out! The Intoxilyzer results were found inadmissible! From here all that had to be done was show that the arresting officer used improper techniques in my arrest. This was simple to do once Mr. Zeliff pointed out the officer’s failure to be properly trained in DUI field evaluations and arrests.
Peter Zeliff is a star attorney with knowledge on DUI law far and beyond even the prosecution team I witnessed today. We won!!!
I cannot express the absolute joy and gratitude I feel tonight. For the first time in over a year I can go to sleep tonight without the worry of a DUI on my permanent record.
Thanks Mr. Head,
Send my regards to Peter
Sincerely,
J H
William
C. Head wrote:
This
is my first message, but an important topic.
As a criminal defense attorney, I see hundreds of clients
annually who obtain medications from their physician
for anxiety, sleep disorders or depression, yet are
not warned to consume NO ALCOHOL when taking these medications.
The synergistic effects caused by combining ANY amount
of alcohol and these drugs can be devastating for the
patient who is surprised to find himself or herself
in jail for DUI-DWI, or even vehicular homicide. Blackout,
seizures or major amnesia episodes are common. Effexor
is currently involved with three of my clients, with
others using various common SSRIs and benzodiazepines.
See my recent article that was published in the DWI
Journal, warning attorneys to be aware of this phenomenon.
A safe practice for physicians would be to warn every
patient not to drink alcohol while on these medications.
You should draw up a written acknowledgement for any
patient being given these medications indicating that
the patient has been told to consume NO ALCOHOL while
taking these medications. Have each patient sign the
ackowledgement.
The article can be found at either of these two sites:
http://www.drunkdrivingdefense.com/publications-articles/alcohol-and-other-prescribed-drugs.htm
http://www.dui-dwi.com/alcohol-and-other-prescribed-drugs.html
William C. Head
Attorney at Law
DUIMAVEN
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Dorothyanne
wrote:
Thanks
so much for posting this info on the combined effects
of alcohol and drugs such as SSRIs. I've just emailed
it to my 30 yr old daughter. She was recently put on
Zoloft for Major Depression, and continues to drink
as she did before the drug. This behaviour scares me
and I'm fervently hoping she reads your info and rectifies
her alcohol intake.
Dorothyanne
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William
C. Head wrote:
Dorothyanne,
This issue (mixing alcohol and SSRI drugs) is a powder
keg of legal problems. I have been speaking about this
for several years, but need a better way to "reach"
the public. I was hoping that one of the networks might
investigate it, so that the message would be widely
disseminated.
William C. Head
Founder of
www.DrunkDrivingDefense.com
and
www.DUI-DWI.com
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Dorothyanne
wrote:
Mr.
Head, sorry to be tardy in replying to you. A crisis
involving my daughter (mentioned above) brought me back
here tonight.
She wrote me today (Monday) that she'd taken her Zoloft
at mid-day on Saturday -- had forgotten it the night
before -- and had taken a couple of drinks before going
out for the evening. She left home at 6 p.m. -- apparently
in full control of her faculties -- and awakened at
3:30 the next a.m. in the hospital. No memory at all!
Fortunately, a good samaritan stopped her and took her
keys. Thank God no-one was hurt; this provided a strong
wake-up call for her.
You know the outcome of her arrest. She has consulted
an attorney and is going to fight her case. Her psychiatrist,
who prescribed the Zoloft, said it was OK for her to
have a drink or 2 while on this drug!
I've been in shock since reading her messages, and oh
so very thankful that my daughter is alive and uninjured,
and has learned a valuable lesson. She has sworn to
cut out alcohol. I had sent your articles to her, and
she admitted today she's sorry she didn't pay more attention
to my advice.
Once again, thanks so very much for posting your info
-- I only wish that it could reach many more people.
Dorothyanne
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William
C. Head wrote:
Dorothyanne,
Her story is repeated 1000 times per week or more across
the USA. She is one of the fortunate ones who was intercepted
before either an accident or an arrest for DUI-drugs
or DUI-drugs & alcohol.
Good luck in helping here stay out of trouble.
William C. Head
www.DUI-DWI.com
www.DrunkDrivingDefense.com
William C. Head
Attorney at Law
DUIMAVEN
[This client letter was received
the day after she learned we had won her contested "refusal"
hearing (administrative license suspension) at which
she faced a 12 month "hard" suspension of
her driving privileges.]
November 10, 2004
Mr. Head,
Saying "Thank You" doesn't
express my appreciation for the understanding and encouragement
you have given me. Even though I feel like I'm living
in limbo (while the case is pending), I can at least
continue on with the volunteer work I do that requires
driving a car.
I asked Allison about visiting my mother
in Vancouver, WA, as long as I don't receive notice
of a court date. She will have the phone number if needed.
Thank you again, so very much.
M R
From: S. P.
Sent: October 15, 2004
To: William C. Head
Dear Mr. Head:
First, I would like to convey my appreciation
for the incredible staff at your law offices. In
particular, both Allison and Janice have extended both
professional courtesy (in responding to questions and
concerns) and compassion for the circumstances as you
have been working towards a resolution of the case against
my son, J. P. All your staff down to the receptionists
and others that answer your phones, are both courteous
and respectful. Under the particular circumstances,
where often people are mistreated due to their transgressions,
I have been both impressed and touched by the kindness.
J.P. is scheduled to go to court on
the 26th of October and I must decide in the next 24
hours whether to purchase this ticket as he now resides
in Houston, Texas. I assume from your correspondence
sent since the arraignment that J.P.'s case will not
be "dropped" and therefore we will most likely
go to trial. Please call or e-mail me at your convenience
to discuss.
Thank you and all your staff for the
empathy and thoroughness as we move forward.
Kindest Regards,
S. P.
From: J
V
Sent: Tuesday, September 14, 2004
To: William C. Head
Dear Mr. Head:
I just wanted
to take a moment to thank you for meeting with me this
past Friday. Due to financial reasons, I have decided
to proceed with your associate, Peter Zeliff, whom you
referred me to.
I also wanted
to take a moment to let you know how much I have appreciated
the helpfulness of your staff, especially Shelia Estes
and Janice Ferguson. From my initial contact with your
office, everyone has been very professional and treated
me as a human being during my current dilemma.
You will also
be happy to hear that I have handed out half of the
flyers from the stack you gave me to my friends so you
might be getting some referrals in the future.
Sincerely,
J V
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From:
William C. Head
Sent: September 15, 2004
To: J V
J,
Thank you
for your note. Our staff at HTW&W is our "secret
weapon" because their dedication to our clients
cannot be surpassed.
You will be
very happy with Peter representing you. I will meet
with him to review the important issues that I saw in
the case.
Please contact
me again if you have questions as you fight your case.
Bubba Head
From: TR
Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2004
To: William C. Head
Subject: Thank you, Mr. Head!
I just read some of the articles on
your website and now realize that the attorney I have
for my case is a complete idiot! I think the man
wants a job in the DA's office. When I told him
of a very complex medical history, which often mimics
drunkeness, and can cause wildly different BAC counts,
he merely told me he would discuss it with the STATE'S
EXPERT on the Datamaster cdm. I'm no attorney but
it certainly seems odd to me that he would speak with
a state expert versus my own physicians and experts
for the defense! I have contacted Mr. Slone in
Anchorage, whom I found at the website, and pray he
will take this odd case.
I just wanted to thank you for providing
me with such good information in your articles. They
will prove useful, I am sure.
T R
Homer, AK
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From: William
C. Head
Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2004
To: 'TR’
Subject: RE: Thank you, Mr. Head!
THANK GOD!
Losing at trial with a FIGHTING lawyer
is no shame. Losing with a sycophantic slacker
who seems Hell-bent on disclosing your very defense
to the opposition is CRIMINAL!
I am so thankful that you decided to
look for a “second opinion”. Fred is
a seasoned fighter with all the tools to assist you.
William C. Head
August 1, 2004
Dear Mr. Head,
Both my wife and I
feel a tremendous amount of gratitude towards you and
your entire staff, not only because of your expertise,
hard work, and the favorable resolution of the case,
but also because of the professional and reassuring
manner exhibited by yourself and everyone in your firm.
I always felt better after speaking with you, and again,
I thank you for that.
Additionally, I hope
that you might pass my thanks to Betty Brooks (Private
Investigator), for her work on the case, as well as
to Allison for her patience and exceptional warmth.
Sincerely,
C.P.
From: K. B. H.
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2004
To: William C. Head
Subject: Janice Ferguson
Dear Mr. Head
My name is K. B. H., who is a potential
new client for you. I was referred to you by Mr. D.P.E.
I am in the process of completing your questionnaire
and will have it done by tomorrow.
The reason for my e-mail tonight, is
to express my heartfelt appreciation for your assistant,
Janice Ferguson she is simply wonderful. I spoke with
Janice today about my pending case and about your process,
and to say the least, I am very impressed. In spite
of the severity of this matter, Janice made me feel
like a human being with dignity. In short, she really
cares about her clients.
For your support and guidance, and for
having such a professional staff, I express my heartfelt
gratitude to you, Sir.
Warm Regards,
K. B. H.
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From: William C. Head
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004
To: K. B. H.
Subject: RE: Janice Ferguson
Thank you for your letter about Janice.
Yes, she does REALLY care about our clients and that
they be treated with the utmost respect and dignity.
For most clients, the experience of being arrested,
cuffed and treated like a terrorist by the jailers is
dehumanizing. Our job is to exact a measure of "justice"
to offset that horrible experience.
Thank you for considering our firm during
this trying time.
Bubba Head
From:
J. M.
Sent:
Wednesday, July 14, 2004 8:45 PM
To: info@DrunkDrivingDefense.com
Subject: International Drivers Licences
Thank you for posting
this website so prominently. I have been caught in this
scam, but from the international side. I am now stuck
in Japan with one of these fraudulent "licences",
having now driven illegally in Japan for nearly a year
thinking I had a legitimate "International Drivers
Permit". Luckily, I have not run into any legal
problems here, but now cannot drive until I can get
my Japanese licence.
The US State Department has very little information
on this scam. They do not warn citizens about this fraud.
I have complained to Senator Murray to see if her staff
can take some action against the State Department. But
for now, your warning that comes up so vividly on an
internet search is the best line of defense we have.
I realize that your concern was for the misuse of these
in drunk driving and loss-of-licence situations, you
are also helping with the legitimate international permit
situation. Thanks for your foresight.
J. M.
From:
Ryan A. Meck
Sent: Friday, July 09, 2004 2:59 PM
To: William C. Head
Subject: Thanks
Mr.
Head,
I
attended your DUI CLE earlier in the year, and received
your excellent book. Just thought I would thank you
for the wonderful work you have done for DUI defense.
I
just completed my first trial (DUI less safe), and my
client was acquitted. The State had two officers testify
how drunk my client was. I crossed the arresting officer
using many of your 'sample' questions in the book. The
officer didn't know what hit him. The jurors talked
to me afterwards and told me that the officer's testimony
and credibility was the convincing factor in my trial.
I
just wanted to thank you for putting out such a great
reference, and look forward to using it again.
Ryan
Meck
Assistant Public Defender
DeKalb County Public Defender's Office
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From:
William C. Head
Sent: Saturday, July 10, 2004
To: Ryan A. Meck
Subject:
You are WELCOME!
Ryan,
News
of your success, and any part that I played in it (via
my book), is happily received. I am pleased to have
been a contributing factor.
You
public defenders often get little help (in the form
of expert witnesses) and despite financial support from
the State, you manage to do a great job for your clients.
Keep
fighting the battle, against all odds.
Bubba
Head
[This
letter is from and to the father of a young man whose
application to be a police officer was put on hold until
the disposition of the DUI (breath test, 0.124) case
was resolved. The DUI was dropped entirely, and a guilty
plea to speeding was entered.]
March 23, 2003
-----Original Message-----
From: S, Doug
Sent: Friday, March 21, 2003
1:52 PM
Wanted
to take a moment to express both our thanks for your
representation and outcome regarding Bryan's DUI case.
It was a pleasure to watch, and learn as you worked
toward the positive outcome. It was also good just to
get to know you.
Bryan
has decided not to go skiing next week so he can get
going on the community service obligation. He wants
to have the probation period dropped asap so he can
re-apply to (XYZ police department). He will contact
you if there is an issue after he has met all the criteria.
If
we hear of anyone in this situation, rest assured we
will steer them in your direction.
Our
sincerest thanks.
Doug
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Doug,
I
greatly appreciate your praise of my work. I also thank
you for giving me the latitude to deal with this difficult
set of facts, and trusting my experience in dealing
with officers from this police department (and the solicitor).
My investigator's efforts to "discuss" (with
the arresting officer) the need for Bryan to be able
to pursue his career goals as a police officer were
extremely valuable, and helped us move toward this good
result.
Good
luck on your job relocation to Boston. I wish you luck
living up North!
Best
Regards,
Bubba
March
22, 2004
Dear
Mr. Head,
I'm
not sure if you will remember me. A few years
ago, I wrote you a letter concerning my husband's DUI
case. You so kindly wrote me back stating you
could not help me (due to the fact that you were in
Georgia and his case was pending in Illinois).
But, you did refer me to an excellent attorney (Juliet
Boyd of Stephen Komie's office) and expert witness (Mary
McMurray) for the case.
I
just wanted to take this moment to thank you for your
time and giving us these two names.
After
5 long, exhausting years, the trial finally came.
Due to the great work of Juliet and Mary and my husband's
physician, my husband was found NOT GUILTY. I
still can't believe it is finally over and we can go
on with our lives. But, before we do, I just had
to write you and THANK YOU again.
I
hope you know how grateful we are to you for taking
the time before and answering my letter. If there
is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Thank you again,
A. H.
Darien, IL
From: M M
To: William C. Head
Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2004
Subject: Thank You!!
Dear
Mr. Head,
Thank
you for the very aggressive and professional representation
of my license suspension hearing tonight in court. I
must tell you that tonight will be the first restful
night of sleep I will have since my incident. Win or
lose on the suspension question I feel we scored some
major points in the testimony and the cross exam of
the police officer. If the Judge rules for the suspension
he was not listening to the testimony of the officer
involved and your closing statements.
I
came home and told my wife I wish she was there and
I almost stayed to hear the other two cases you had
to represent. I hope they went as well as I think mine
did. I talked with both parties briefly and we all agreed
you were "very good" in the courtroom.
Thanks again, and I look forward to working with Lee
and getting this all behind me.
Best
Regards,
M
M, Loganville, Ga.
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From: William C. Head
To: M M
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004
Subject: RE: Thank You!!
Thank
you for your praise. I enjoyed emasculating Sgt.
R, who has aggravated me by his Nazi behavior many times
in the past. I believe the hearing went very well.
I have left a note for Lee to get the transcript.
The
court reporter told me that she was convinced.
She and I did not leave until 10:30 PM!
Good
luck to you on your case.
Off
to court again!
Bubba
Head
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From: M M
Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2004
To: William C. Head
Cc: Lee Webb
Subject: Re: Thank You!!
Dear
Mr. Head,
I
am sure it is difficult to remember all the cases you
are involved in so I am replying via a previous e-mail
I had sent to you in regards to your representation
of me at my license suspension hearing. I felt that
night that your cross-exam of Sgt. R scored a lot of
points for my case that would come out at trial, and
that is exactly what transpired today at my Bench Trial.
We won the case and have a "not guilty"
verdict. Lee Webb did an outstanding job in the
courtroom today and picked up right where you left off
in picking apart Sgt. R's testimony and making him look
rather foolish in his contradictions. Mr. Webb handled
himself very professionally and I sincerely thank him
for his aggressive defense of my case.
Your
entire office staff was VERY professional, starting
with Sheila Estes, who was so very accommodating and
nice to me when I first contacted your office.
Everyone was very professional, and that means a great
deal when someone is going through a very difficult
and embarrassing period of his life.
Thanks
again to all of you!!
M
M
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From: William C. Head
To: M M
Sent: Friday, June 25, 2004
Subject: RE: Thank You!!
Mr.
M,
Thank
you for your letter of praise for our office staff and
attorneys. We work well as a team, I believe,
and your letter validates our efforts.
Sheila
is always a 'steadying' influence for people in distress,
and succeeds in reassuring our potential clients that
we are going to do all that we can to see that you get
your best chance to win your case by trusting our attorneys.
She is an important "first step" in processing
these difficult cases for our office. I am glad
that you recognize her value to the entire effort.
Your
traffic stop and arrest were, in my opinion, a travesty.
Sgt. R is a complete "over-the-top" radical,
who should be flipping burgers at McDonald's, not given
the authority to arrest and harass innocent people.
I
am thrilled for the victory. If my cross of Sgt.
R at your ALS hearing was an integral part in the ultimate
trial victory, I am proud to have assisted such a deserving
person.
Thank
you for placing your confidence in our office, and trusting
Mr. Webb to decimate this "officer on a mission".
Bubba
Head
(This
client had a case in a small (unnamed) Municipal Court
in North
Georgia. Speeding and DUI were originally charged. Mr.
Head worked with a
local attorney in the area to get the DUI dismissed.)
Tuesday,
August 20, 2002 7:25 PM
Dear
Mr. Head,
I
wanted to thank you for referring me to Mr. [Gus] McDonald.
My case was dismissed and he was very kind, quick, and
efficient. I hope that I will not be needing your services
in the future, however if anyone was in my situation
I would recommend you and your firm.
Take
Care,
A W
(This
case was a head-on collision, our client's fault, two
seriously injured people in two separate vehicles)
July 15, 2002
Hello
Bubba...
I'd like to thank you and your staff for all your help
in my case. This accident has been a huge burden and
cause of grief in my life. Your kindness and assistance
has provided me with both reassurance and relief. Thank
you for all your hard work and help throughout these
difficult times. Also, thank you for recommending Peter
Law (Civil Attorney to help him work through the liability
aspects of his case) to me. He's turning out to be a
huge help in the civil matters of this case.
Thanks so much again,
D.L
.
(This
letter came from a person who had been convicted of
DUI in
Florida. He says that he found our web site too
late).
July
12, 2002
Dear
Mr. Head,
Your
site and the information in it is wonderful. Thanks
for making a nice
site!
As
long as there are lawyers like you, the average man
will still have a
chance. We need more lawyers like you who really care
about "the peoples'
rights". It is heartening to see lawyers who care.
I used to watch juries
on occasion and have seen many "public defenders"
help prosecute their
clients. As long as there are people like you
who carry the torch of truth,
there is hope. God Bless you and you family.
F.
(This
letter was received through e-mail. The writer's
identity has been shielded for his own protection.)
Dear
Mr. Head:
I am a retired Sgt. with a [Police Dept].
While there, I was an instructor in DWI apprehension
and taught HGN techniques...
I am a great advocate for doing things the right way.
I preach the need for probable cause to make the stop.
I reluctantly concede that police officers are crossing
the line in the search for the drinking driver.
It does seem that very little is done to deal with those
officers who make the police ranks look so bad.
I hear hundreds of tales of how people are treated or
mistreated in terms of their rights when DWI arrests
are being made. It really bothers me. Let
me say that 95% of the tales deal with members of the
[State Police]. What a poor representation of
what police are SUPPOSED to be these officers are!
The most important issue with the [State Police]
is "station average" (the mandatory 20 tickets
per month).
I would be very appreciative if you could enlighten
me on what [area] was mentioned and your thoughts for
correcting the improper dealings of police officers
in DWI enforcement. I should mention that I have
no problem with making DWI arrests. It is necessary
for everyone's safety. My concern is that it be
done with proper procedure and according to the law.
Thank You.
D.R.
May
24, 2002
10:00 AM
Subject: An Honest Cop
D.,
I appreciate your candor about "some" police
practices. While I know some top-notch people
in police work, I also know many whose conduct brands
them as far worse criminals than my worst drinking clients.
When I have a trial with a truly honest officer, I proudly
tell the jury what a fine, truthful public servant he/she
is, and that the trial will NOT be about me having to
drag the truth out of him/her. I tell the jury
that we hope to show that mistakes were made, and that
this is the reason my client must be acquitted.
I have had many officers come up after a trial and tell
me how much they appreciated my words---whether they
win or lose at trial.
The study reported in my "101 Ways" book (co-authored
with Reese Joye) was a New
York City study in the early 1980's, as I recall.
184,000 were stopped at roadblocks, yet only 222 arrested
for DWI. A good patrol officer, well-trained would
make 20 times that ratio, for the comparable time and
manpower it took.
The book the quote was taken from is Joye & Lovett,
The Trial Workbook, Kluwer Law Book Publishers, Inc.
(1986), Section 12, p. 10-52.22 to 10.52.23. The
book is out of print now. The author, Reese Joye,
probably has an old file with the original study in
it. He is one of the true masters of DUI practice
from South Carolina.
His e-mail address is: reesejoye@aol.com.
The answer to increasing the accountability and integrity
of ALL police departments is VIDEOTAPE. If every
officer was required to have and USE their on-board
camera and body microphone, America would be a better
place. The police would curtail "cowboy"
tactics and blatant illegal activity, and the public
would be less of a threat, since they would know that
100% is being videotaped. Only the State of South
Carolina has seen fit to implement such a law--mandatory
videotape. Courageous and very far-sighted.
As you are well aware, the "attitude" of the
police officers in any particular department is greatly
affected by the TOP people running the police force.
If these people allow or encourage cheating or telling
half truths, the rank-and-file follow, often going over
the line on a daily basis.
If you haven't run across it yet, go to www.duigulag.com.
Quite a different perspective at this web site.
WCH
May
20, 2002
Dear
Mr. Head,
I
wish to thank you for all your help in my case. I heard
it from many
people and I agree; you are the best at what you do.
Sincerely,
J W R, MD.
May 21, 2002
Dear
Dr. R,
Thanks
for the words of praise. A great deal is owed to our
excellent staff
here at Head, Thomas, Webb & Willis, LLC. They help
me get more accomplished than I ever could on my own.
I
am glad that you found us. I am sorry for the inactivity
and lack of
direction that you had with your prior legal counsel,
before hiring us to
negotiate your DUI case to a reduced plea. Good luck
in your future as a doctor.
Bubba
Head
4-19-02
Dear
Allison,
Please
convey my thanks to Mr. Head for choosing to send my
case to Gus McDonald. The DUI was reduced to reckless
driving, and even though the penalties were the same
as a DUI conviction, I was able to save my FL license.
As this was my second FL DUI, I would have had my license
revoked for a year with no emergency license and my
real estate licenses were also in jeopardy. Gus
did a GREAT job.
Thanks!
-A.C.
2-20-02
Mr.
Head:
I
would like to take this opportunity to say "Thank
You." It is my hopes and prayers that the
next time we meet it is on a personal basis, not a client
/ attorney arrangement. I have been blessed and
you have played a major role in a life-changing experience
in my life ....
Thank
you and God Bless.
MDW
2/12/99
Dear
Mr. Head,
I
wanted to let you know how thankful I am for your help
with my recent dilemma. I am very relieved to have this
behind me so quickly.
I
was impressed with so many things regarding you and
your firm beginning with the first time we met. When
I came in that Saturday, you practically met me at the
door to greet me and invite me into your office. The
other three attorneys I met with made me wait at least
thirty minutes before they would see me and I am quite
sure it was not necessary. You were a straight shooter
from the very beginning and made me feel comfortable.
You accommodated my financial situation even though
you surely did not have the need to. Your assistant,
Allison, always took my calls even if she was on another
line. She was great!
You
obviously need no critique from me, but my points are
made to show my belief that it truly is the little things
that add up that show one's degree of success. Besides
being smart and talented, you are also willing to go
the extra mile. That is what I learned from you and
will try to use it in my career.
Sincerely,
H.W.
Duluth, GA
1/29/99
Mr.
Head,
I
met with you a couple of months ago regarding the possibility
of utilizing you as counsel. After that meeting I took
your advice and hired your associate, Kevin Ryan. This
week, we successfully ended trial. I was very pleased
with your office and Mr. Ryan's efforts especially.
Regards,
T.T.
Atlanta, GA
1/25/99
Bubba
& Allison
THANKS!
For giving me my life back. I actually feel like a normal
(somewhat?) human being again after 2½ years. I can't
thank you enough.
M.B.
Decatur, GA
10/26/98
(via e-mail)
Mr.
Head:
I
would like to thank you once again for your services
and hospitality. How you won my case is not important.
. . . The bottom line is that you won. I will be sure
to thank Ken Bossin (the referring attorney from
Ohio) also for his referral.
Have
a great week.
T.N.
Ohio
8/27/1998
(letter from a referring attorney)
Dear
Mr. Head:
I
am not sure why I recommended B.F. to you. I think there
was some sort of conflict with my schedule and I was
not able to represent him. I do want to pass a copy
of his note on to you. It is rare that we get any thanks
for our work in this business. Thank you for providing
Mr. F. with excellent representation. I look forward
to seeing you around the courthouse.
Very
truly yours,
Raymond
V. Giudice
Attorney
at Law
[B.F'S
letter, attached, dated 8/15/98 is set forth below]
8/15/98
Mr.
Giudice,
I
wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you for your
legal advice. I went ahead and hired William C. Head
for my DUI / Accident case and was found "not guilty".
Needless
to say, I was ecstatic with the outcome. I can now get
on with my life.
Thanks
again for your honest advice.
Regards,
B.F.
7/18/1998
Mr.
Head,
Thanks
for helping me out. I really appreciate your
going to bat for me.
P.L.
Tennessee
6/11/98
Mr.
Head:
There's
a word for people like you - - - TERRIFIC! Thanks
With
respect,
S.M.
Roswell, GA
1/10/98
Bubba:
Thanks
for your advice & guidance. When I went to get a
certified copy of the dismissal, the Clerk of Court
was asking "how did you get this dismissed. This
was a REFUSAL: They're never dismissed!" My answer:
Bubba Head.
R.M.
Norcross, GA
8/31/97
Dear
Allison:
Just
a note of thanks for enduring all my calls through the
past years! God has answered my prayers and I am finally
able to lay this issue to rest!
Thanks
again for your help and understanding attitude. Keep
that smile and tell Bubba "thanks".
Your
friend,
M.H.
South Carolina
8/15/97
Bubba:
You
were great! Thank you.
T.H.N.
Atlanta, GA
6/10/97
Mr.
Head & Staff:
Thanks
for everything you all did for me the last couple of
months. This has really opened my eyes to what can happen
in the blink of an eye. You will most definitely get
referrals from me in the future.
Best
wishes to you all,
H.B.
Atlanta, GA
5/6/96
Dear
Bubba,
This
will hopefully be the last time I bore you with a letter.
I wanted to sum up the results of all your and Allison's
good efforts on the resolution of my case. We settled
with Cobb County. The DUI was pleaded a "nolle
prosequi", the speeding and failure to maintain
lane charges were merged to a reckless driving charge,
pleaded "nolo contendere" (0 points on the
MVR). A fine of $400 with $100 surcharge was paid to
the court.
I
really appreciate your help in this matter. When I first
got myself into this, before contacting you, I was convinced
that because I did not take the state administered test
I was going to lose my license, be convicted of DUI,
and I always believed I was innocent. Additionally,
I knew nothing about the laws surrounding DUI in Georgia,
or any other state and that made it worse. Your approach
to educating your clients with your "Summary of
Georgia's DUI Law", "101 Ways to Avoid a Drunk
Driving Conviction", and your videotape of "How
to Deal With Stress", really helped me to understand
the situation and the issues and solutions for my case.
That education is a service to your clients and I would
guess is a point of differentiation you have on your
competition.
Allison
was great! I knew what to expect because her letters
to clients outlining the office and court procedures
were dead on. She always returned my phone calls, and
even though she is always very, very, busy she was courteous
and took the time to answer my questions and listen
to my issues. In terms of customer satisfaction, all
the way around, you and Allison did an excellent job.
I
may take you up on your offer to speak to our drivers;
I'll let you know. If Allison can, I would like her
to send me about 50 of the Driver's Right cards to distribute
to our managers.
Thanks
again for you help.
Sincerely
B.L.
Marietta, GA
Bubba,
Hope
you have been doing well. I have a family member in
need of a quality
attorney who deals with corporate suits / unemployment
issues etc. Basically, my uncle was injured on the job
and has some issues. If you could recommend someone
I would appreciate it. Thanks again for all your hard
work regarding my DUI case. Best money I have spent
in years.
Best
Regards,
S C
Thank
you!
My
wife and I are traveling to Japan in two months and
she has been trying
to get me to buy two "international drivers licenses".
I was about to
purchase the documents ($45 each!) when I read your
web site about these
scams. Thank you, Mr. Head! You saved me some money
and, considering we're heading for Tokyo, we'll need all dollars we can save. I really appreciate
the info!
Daniel
Henry
