Defending Your Rights And Your Recovery
A first-time drug charge in Georgia does not automatically lead to a conviction. Depending on the charge and your prior record, you may have legal options designed specifically to help first-time offenders avoid a permanent criminal record. Two important options are...
Getting pulled over for a broken taillight, worn tire or cracked windshield may seem minor compared with a speeding ticket. However, an equipment violation can still lead to a fine and requires you to respond by the deadline on your citation. Check the violation...
Missing a court date for a traffic ticket might seem like a minor issue. Unfortunately, Georgia law does not treat a missed court appearance lightly. In some cases, it can quickly turn a simple traffic ticket into a more serious problem. What are the consequences of...
Georgia’s implied consent law is a key DUI rule that every driver should understand. It sets the rules for chemical testing after a DUI arrest and can shape the course of a case. Knowing how this law works helps explain why it matters in Georgia. What is Georgia’s...
When you face a life or death situation, split-second decisions can have permanent impact. In Georgia, a killing committed in lawful self-defense may be considered a justifiable self defense if it meets certain legal requirements. While a death is a tragic outcome,...
A dismissed charge can still make you uneasy when you apply for a job, housing or a license. Even without a conviction, an arrest may still appear in some background checks. Georgia law allows certain records to be restricted, a process formerly called expungement....
A Georgia DUI arrest can affect your life before the criminal case reaches court. You may still need to drive to work, attend court, care for your family or manage daily responsibilities while the case is pending, which can make the administrative license issue feel...
A driving under the influence (DUI) charge can create immediate problems with your license, work and daily routine. When the charge is not your first, the case needs an even closer look. Georgia punishes repeat DUI convictions more severely, and in some situations,...
Police issue a Georgia Super Speeder citation to anyone driving 75 mph or faster on a two-lane road, or 85 mph or faster on any highway. This law surprises drivers with hidden financial penalties after the initial traffic stop. You must handle the local court fine and...
Yes, they can. Georgia Code Section 40-6-391 prohibits you from driving or being in actual physical control of a moving vehicle while under the influence of any drug. For prescription medication, this is often called a DUI Less Safe charge. The issue is whether the...