Getting pulled over is never what you want to experience on your way home. In the moments between when you stop your vehicle and when the officer approaches your car, you hope that you have a tail light out or committed a minor traffic infraction. Once the officer...
Year: 2021
3 ways your health can affect Breathalyzer results
By accepting a Georgia license, you are giving implied consent to the police to administer a blood alcohol test (BAC), like a Breathalyzer, should they have reason to believe you are driving while intoxicated. Any positive result -- not just one that shows you are...
3 ways that Breathalyzer tests can give inaccurate results
In driving under the influence (DUI) cases, Breathalyzer tests will often form a key part of the evidence. While chemical breath tests are widely considered to be among the most accurate ways to measure blood alcohol content (BAC), the technology is not infallible. A...
What is a hit-and-run offense in Georgia?
The roads in Georgia can be hazardous, particularly in areas with high congestion. As a result, it is not uncommon for accidents to occur. These accidents might result in physical injury, and the party responsible may panic and react in ways that are not typical. A...
What actions can lead to identity theft charges?
You’ve likely seen identity theft portrayed in movies and television shows. These portrayals aren’t necessarily reflective of the activities that lead someone to be arrested for this crime Generally speaking, any instance in which an individual successfully deceives...
Facing DUI charges? Here are 3 reasons you need help
Have you been arrested on suspicion of impaired driving? Truth be told, you could be in serious trouble. Depending on the severity of the charges against you, a DUI conviction can result in severe penalties. If you are arraigned for drunk driving, this isn’t a...
What factors aggravate a battery charge?
The Georgia Code defines battery as an offense a person commits when they make physical contact with another to provoke or harm them. In Georgia, the crime of battery is a misdemeanor, but it can become a felony under certain circumstances. The penalties of battery...
Can I challenge a Breathalyzer test results in a Georgia DUI case?
In Georgia, it is illegal for anyone to operate a motor vehicle while their BAC level is 0.08% or greater. To prove that an individual is driving under influence (DUI), law enforcement officers will often administer a Breathalyzer test to ascertain the alcohol level...
The importance of staying calm during a DUI stop?
Maintaining a cool head can be challenging when you see the police waving you down. Yet, it is in your best interests. If the police charge you with a DUI, there are several defense options you can look at. You might be able to get the penalty reduced or overturn the...
Defending against drug possession charges in Georgia
Drug possession charges can result in serious consequences, even for first time offenders. In Georgia, possession of any drug other than marijuana could result in a felony conviction and years in prison. An experienced criminal defense attorney in your area can review...