Defending Your Rights And Your Recovery
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...
In Georgia, an officer might pull you over if they suspect you are driving under the influence. If this happens, they may ask you to take part in a series of tests. These voluntary tests typically help officers gather evidence of impairment to justify a DUI arrest....
Suffering a serious car accident changes your life in an instant. Beyond the physical pain, you may face the sudden reality of being unable to return to work, which creates immense financial stress for your family. During this difficult time, you deserve to focus on...
In Georgia, it is generally against the law for a police officer to search you or your vehicle without a warrant. However, this is not always the case, as certain situations and conditions can allow them to inspect your vehicle. With this in mind, it is important to...
Suffering from any kind of sudden injury can be devastating. This can disrupt your daily routine and health, often leading to a long recovery period. Fortunately, you do not have to face the aftermath of someone else’s negligence alone. Under Georgia law, you have the...
Facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in Georgia can feel like you have limited options, especially when blood test results are involved. You may assume the numbers alone decide your fate, but the testing process involves multiple steps that can affect...