There are a variety of different ways to defend against drunk driving charges and all of them are important for accused drivers to be familiar with. A strong criminal defense strategy can stand between an accused driver and potentially significant penalties and...
Getting a DUI comes with serious consequences and some people may not be aware of how significantly a DUI charge can affect their lives. From fines, to jail time, to insurance premiums, there are a variety of penalties you can face for a DUI. Additionally, the...
Many Georgia residents who get pulled over for speeding or some other seemingly minor traffic violation may think that the easiest thing to is pay the fine and move on with life. This is particularly true if the person’s driving record is relatively clean. However,...
There is no question that driving can be more than transportation. After all, we buy cars with larger engines and sports cars because the thrill of going fast can be exciting. And, it is no surprise then that sometimes, our inherent thrill seeking can be noticed by...
Drunk driving charges have the potential of affecting your life in a big way. They can strip you of your license, threaten you with jail or prison time, hit you with massive fines, force you to implement an ignition interlock device, and subject you to a criminal...
It can be scary to face drug charges, especially when prosecutors threaten you with fines and jail time. But if you’re facing your first offense, then you have a lot of options at your disposal as far as how to resolve your case. While trying to suppress evidence or...
Carrying a small amount of a controlled substance may seem like a minor offense to you. You might consider such an action harmless, and you may assume you will face insignificant penalties if caught. In many states, this is true. Yet, in Georgia, possession charges...
Police officers often ask if the driver knows the reasoning behind the traffic stop. Oftentimes, drivers are aware they were doing something against the law, but sometimes the flashing squad car lights come as a complete shock. When it comes to DUI stops, police...
Opioid addiction is one of the most serious health crises in Georgia and across the United States. These powerful painkillers relieve chronic pain, but they are also highly habit-forming. Many times, desperate addicts end up committing crimes to get new prescriptions,...
Driving under the influence is a serious offense in Georgia. Charges can arise from seemingly innocent circumstances, such as at night out with friends. But throwing back an extra drink could lead to trouble on your drive home. Since the consequences for a DUI are...