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About George

Have you been charged with a Criminal offense? The George McCranie Law Firm can help!

With offices in Douglas and Valdosta, Georgia DUI/Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Immigration Lawyer George McCranie has gained fame throughout Georgia for his success in representing clients all over the state.  Whether defending professional athletes, families or college students, his aggressive style of defense has made him the "go to DUI and Criminal Defense attorney" in his area.  He has represented clients and has had great succes protecting his clients after they have been involved in serious accidents.  George works tirelessly to educate our families, children and friends on DUI/criminal defense, accidnet law and Immigration issues.  A former Georgia Assistant District Attorney, George has earned the respect and confidence of his clients through hard work and his aggressive representation of clients. 

 

George has been seen on countless network television stations, including ABC, CBS, NBC, CW and FOX affiliates around the nation and has also been featured in USA Today.  He also served as a Producer of an award wining documentary film, Mi Casa Hogar, that reveals an in-depth look at the incredible story of the Casa Hogar children's home in Acapulco, Mexico.  The film has raised over one hundred and fifty thoushand dollars and has built a three story dormitory for the orphans.

 

George is the author of the #1 best-selling book "The Authority on DUI Defense" which was nominated a #1 Best-Seller in 2 categories in 2013.  He is also co-author of the #1 best-selling book "Protect & Defend."  In 2012, he was inducted into the "National Academy of Best-Selling Authors" where he was presented with a Golden Quilly Award.  His third #1 best selling book is The Authority on DUI Defense.  Since its publication it has been updated with a Second Edition in 2018.

 

For more information on George, visit www.mccranielawfirm.com, email him at [email protected] and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter for informational videos, blogs and answers to your questions.

 

Watch George's appearance on "America's PremierExperts" here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02FKS-KA8Cc

 

 

Practice areas

Personal injuryImmigrationCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 40%

    DUI breath tests DUI blood tests License suspension Report offense DUI Commercial driver DUI Underage DUI Drug-related DUI

    23 years

  2. Criminal defense: 30%

    Drug Crimes Violent and Non-violent crimes Felony Misdemeanor Armed Robbery Theft By Taking Shoplifting

    23 years

  3. Immigration: 20%

    I-130 DACA DAPA U-Visa VAWA N400 N600 Consular Process Green Card Renewal

    6 years

  4. Personal injury: 10%

    Personal Injury Motorcycle Accidents

    23 years

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

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Contact

301 East Jackson Street
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McCranie Law Firm

301 East Jackson Street
Douglas, GA, 31533

Fax (877) 590-7983
Website
http://mccranielawfirm.com

TotalDUIdefense
Immigration Help

202 West Park Ave
Valdosta, GA, 31602

Fax (877) 590-7983

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 199611/19/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers1359
Legal guides14
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2017
#1 Best Seller Amazon.com - Your Path to FreedomAmazon.com2015
EXPY - Media & CommunicationNational Association of Experts, Writers & Speakers2014
Best-Selling Author - "The Authority on DUI Defense"National Academy of Best-Selling Authors2013
Best-Selling Author - "Protect & Defend"National Academy of Best-Selling Authors2012
Global AmbassadorNational Academy of Best-Selling Authors2012
Golden QuillNationa Accdemy of Best-Selling Authors2012
Merit AwardAlapaha Judicial Circuit1997
MeritLawyers Foundation of GeorgiaN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Lead AttorneyThe George McCranie Law Firm1998 - Present
Assistant District AttorneyDistrict Attorney's Office, Alapaha Judicial Circuit1996 - 1998
Attorney at LawGeorge F. McCranie IV1996 - 1996
Legal ClerkGeorge Dewrell Law Firm1993 - 1995
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral member2010 - Present
Coffee County Chamber of CommerceMember1998 - Present
Georgia Bar AssociationMember1996 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersGeneral memberN/A
Lawyers Foundation of GeorgiaGeneral MemberN/A
Douglas - Coffee County Board of RealtorsMember2007 - 2008
State Bar of GeorgiaBoard of Governors2007 - 2008
Douglas Coffee County Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors2002 - 2005
Douglas Bar AssociationVice-President1998 - 1999
Rotary Club of DouglasMember1998 - 2007
Coffee County Alliance for the ArtsMember1998 - 1999
Alapaha Bar AsscociationSecretary/Treasurer1996 - 1997
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
We Published That, LLCThe Authority on DUI Defense - The Down and Dirty DUI Defense Strategies That You Need to Know2013
Celebrity Press PublishingProtect & Defend2012
Atkinson County CitizenFemale DUI2012
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Impaired Driving SpecialistARIDE: Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving2016
Impaired Driving SpecialistsInstructor - Standardized Field Sobriety2014
Impaired Driving SpecialistsCertificate of Completion2013
National Highway Training and Safety AdministrationInstructors Certification2013
National Highway Training and Safety AdministrationPractitioner's Certificate of Compeletion2013
Toxicology Labs, IncCertificate of Completion2011
State Bar of GeorgiaCertificate of Completion2011
State Bar of GeorgiaCertificate of Completion2011
National College for DUI DefenseCertificate of Completion2011
NHTSACertification of Completion2010
State Bar of GeorgiaCertificate of Completion2010
U.S. Department of JusticeCertification of Completion1998
Mississippi College School of LawJuris Doctor1995
Valdosta State UniversityBachelor1992
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Driver Improvement School3 Phases Of A DUI Stop2012
Alternative Solutions DUI SchoolPhases of a DUI Stop2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State v. A.D.All charges were DISMISSED.
State v. G. J.DISMISSED!
State v. A. R.DUI charge Dismissed!
State v. K.C.Charge of DUI was reduced to a charge of Failure to Exercise Due Care.
State v. S.T.S.Charges were Nolle Prosed.
State v. M.A.D.Charge of DUI was reduced to a charge of Failure to Exercise Due Care.
State v. S.F.D.Dismissed. All charges against the client were dismissed.
State v. L.F.J.Charge was reduced to Failure to Exercise Due Care and all other charges were dismissed.
State v. V.C.M.Client was allowed to enter a Pre-Trial Intervention Order wherein adjudication was withheld. NO FINDINGS OF GUILT.
State v. M.B.Charge of DUI was reduced to Reckless Driving due to lack of probable cause for the arrest.
State v. J.G.Client received no jail time and maintained his driving privilege.
State v. L.D.Charge of DUI was reduced to Failure to Exercise Due Care and client was able to enter a NOLO plea. Client was also able to enter a nolo plea to the charge of Possession of Alcohol by a Minor.
State v. D.S.L.Client was able to enter a First Offender plea to Count I and a nolo to Count II.
State v. K.T.C.Client was able to enter a Nolo plea to both charges.
State v. R.E.C.The charge of DUI was reduced to Reckless Driving and all additional charges were DISMISSED.
State v. C.A.D.Theft by Receiving Stolen Property was reduced from a felony charge to a misdemeanor.
State v. E.F.All charges against the client were DISMISSED.
State v. C.L.Charge reduced to no license on person and client allowed to enter a plea of nolo.
State v.A.K.Client was able to enter a First Offender plea and did NOT receive any jail time.
Sharma v. State 294Ga.App.783, 670 S.E.2d 494 Ga.AppCourt of Appeals overturned Superior Court decision.

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I could not have made a better choice

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I could not have made a better choice! My sone had said to me long before I needed representation that if I ever needed a lawyer I was to call George McCranie. I did and I am very pleased, extremely pleased with the end result.

Completely Satisfied

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I hired George F. McCranie to represent me in a DUI case four years ago. I was able to meet with Mr. McCranie immediately with no delay. Staff was courteous and helpful. Mr. McCranie was more than capable of handling my situation and secured a more than satisfactory disposition in my case. I have recommended George F. McCranie to friends and family and would contact him immediately for any future needed legal representation.

Muy prefesionales y bueno equipo

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Cuando necesites Uno's abogados que de verdad hacen lo que pueden en tu Caso para representarte puede see la differencia entre status legal y imigrante gracias al abogado Alex por la consulta gratiuita y a la muchacha que reviso mi Caso para indicarme el Camino correcto, Muchas Gracias
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Very friendly and professional staff

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I have lived in nicholls my entire life, and all my family and friends call the Mccranie when they need an attorney, so i called and spoke to Alex which he ended up hooking me up with a free consultation in douglas. If u live in this area u know Police in Waycross are something else thats why its good to have a known experienced lawyer. Honestly wish i wasnt in this mess cause dealing with this is stresfull, but the Mccranie staff have been great firm overal so far. -Thanks
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Very Good Law Firm & staff

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Alex Patron has been nothing but a life saver It was great talking about my charges to him i didn't feel rushed or pressures at all and want to also say Ms. Damaris, She was of the most sweet, professional, and friendly. Overall Great Experience so i hired the law firm for having an experienced staff that can provide me with answers when needed. Thanks George Mccranie Law Firm Team
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Thank you very much

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Very happy with the firm and they always answer all my questions, Alex Patron wavied me a fee and mailed me a free book wanted to say thanks
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Nothing but Great customer service

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Thank you Alex Patron for active listening to my whole story and waiving that $300 fee on my confrence call loved how you provided friendly service. Nothing but Great customer service
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Great staff & very Informational

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I called in regards for a divorce. A young Leagal assistant named Alex answered. He was very kind and helpful. He kindly told me they didn't have services and referred me to this site which helped me so much in finding an attorney that does. I would like to tell him thank you for the kindness/patience. It was greatly appreciated
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TRAFFIC STOP CASE

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I would like to show my gratitude to the McCraine Law Firm Team and there outstanding job specially to Mrs. Cindy Gonzalez, Mrs. Lorie Corbitt and Ms. Sonia Tapia. The firm made sure I was informed in every step of my case and I could say I’m very great-full I chose them to stand behind my case. To everyone searching for a firm to help you with a DUI case, Criminal Defense, Immigration Case, I recommend The McCranie Law Firm to a high standard.
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I would like to Thank Attorney McCranie

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I would like to thank attorney McCranie Law Firm for helping me with my immigration status. The staff is always very nice and attentive to any questions I may have. What I liked the most is they keep you informed every step of the way in your case. I will highly recommend this law firm to friends and family. Thank You for all you do.
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Jennifer Moshier, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 20, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I am so impressed by George's commitment to excellence and grateful to have him on my roster - my short list - of referral sources. If one of my clients needed an excellent criminal defense or DUI lawyer, I would quickly send them his way. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.

James Griffin, Immigration Attorney on Aug 7, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I recently began working on two cases in Coffee County, and George and his wife Danielle visited with me in their office. I would certainly refer any DUI or immigration matter in South Georgia to them. They have a great staff!

Villy Stolper, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 1, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. McCranie is a very hard-working and knowledgeable attorney who works hard to get his clients the results they want and deserve. I would consult with him if I had a criminal charge in his area, especially a DUI!

Charles Farrell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. George McCranie is THE NAME in DUI defense in South Georgia.

Alexzander Adams, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 1, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. George is an outstanding resource if you ever find yourself in need of his type of help. Don't hesitate to ask him for help.

Howard Snader, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I had the opportunity to meet Georgia at a national seminar. His knowledge was obvious. But what really stood out was his complete devotion to being the best Criminal and DUI attorney. We all strive to meet that standard. But George is already there!

Eric Engel, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

George is a fantastic lawyer and advocate fort his clients. He's well respected by other lawyers and I have seen his growth and success for his clients over the years. Let Calhoun have the ball!

Andres Mejer, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

As a DUI/DWI attorney, I can safely say George knows his stuff. He get's unbelievable results for his clients. His attention to detail and compassion is exceptional. If a friend or family had a criminal or DUI/DWI issue in Georgia, I would tell them to speak to George and no one else.

Robert Doig, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 15, 2014
Relationship: Other

George is without a doubt the absolute best lawyer to handle your DUI or DWI case - he actually wrote the books (plural) on handling those types of cases. I wouldn't hesitate to refer a family member or close friend to George.

Elden Sodowsky, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 24, 2014
Relationship: Friend

George is very passionate about providing the best defense possible for all of his clients. He is quite knowledgeable and thorough in everything he does. If I had a criminal or traffic problem in southern Georgia, I would definitely call George.

Jeffrey Kelly, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Georgia is the expert. I would have no hesitation in referring anyone to George. He will fight for your rights.

Hovanes Margarian

I endorse this lawyer.

Benjamin Goldberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

George always provides a thorough analysis of people's cases on the AVVO Q&A forum. His knowledge of the law and passion for helping his clients is apparent. I endorse him 100%.

William Housley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator.

Gary Hays, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I highly recommend George McCranie for any kind of criminal defense claim, including any arrest for Driving Under the Influence. He is the author of the #1 best-selling book "The Authority on DUI Defense." In addition to being the "go to" attorney if you have been arrested in Georgia, Mr. McCranie is one of the nicest and most genuine individuals you will ever meet. I can't say enough great things about the man.

M. Miller, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Mark Blane, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 2, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I co-authored a best-selling book on Amazon entitled "Protect & Defend" with Mr. McCranie last year. His chapter focused on the "forgotten defense" on DUI arrests. I endorse this lawyer's work.

Chester Palumbo, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 16, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

George is a leader in his field. George is the type of DUI attorney that younger attorneys strive to be like. If I or someone I loved were charged with a DUI in Georgia, George McCranie would be the first person I called. I HIGHLY recommend him.

Allen Knox, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 18, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mccranie is an excellent trial lawyer. I have observed him as opposing counsel on many cases and found him to be thorough and effective with a great courtroom presence. I would recommend him as an attorney for any criminal or DUI case.

Howard Lewis, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 8, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Mccrannie is the top criminal defense attorney in GA. He is the first and only attorney we would refer our clients to. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services.

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