Imagine if the police could flag down any driver they wanted and go through their car. It could become so frustrating and upsetting that you ditch the car altogether and travel everywhere by public transport. Thankfully, you have rights as a motorist. If the police...
At some point in time, everybody falls ill. With certain illnesses, it may not be possible for the body's immune system to fight them without medical treatment. Prescription drugs play a key part in helping people to recover, but they can also be potentially dangerous...
Credit card fraud cases have been on the rise in recent years. As a result, the law takes credit card fraud extremely seriously. And the penalties can be quite severe if you are convicted. Basically, credit card fraud refers to the illegal use of another person’s...
The state of Georgia treats impaired driving very seriously. Thus, the penalties can be severe. Courts may impose fines, and prison sentences may apply in extreme situations. As a result, it is important to build a sound defense. Even merely being charged with DUI...
A DUI conviction is a serious matter that can have consequences that last a lifetime. Despite how detrimental these charges can be, the methods of convicting a driver are not as accurate as you may expect. Field sobriety tests are a staple method of testing sobriety...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
