In Georgia, law enforcement is able to request anyone under suspicion of driving under the influence to submit to a blood alcohol test. It is more invasive than a breath test and is also considered to be more accurate. But just how accurate is it really? Is a 0.08...
Most drivers are familiar with the breathalyzer test police officers may administer if they suspect drunk driving in Georgia. Some states have gone a step further by forcing drivers to install these devices in their vehicles. Drivers must then blow into them before...
When a young driver is charged with driving under the influence, their current life may change in various ways, and their future may be heavily impacted as well. As a parent, it is your job to watch out for your children, even when they make mistakes. Sometimes,...
The whole process of getting a DUI charge and then going through the conviction process is stressful. Carrying out your sentence may be unsettling. Once all is said and done, though, you need to pick up the pieces and carry on with your life in Georgia. A DUI...
Typically, we think of a breathalyzer test as the main method the law uses to prove someone was drunk behind the wheel of a car. However, a court can take many different factors into account while determining whether a Canton driver truly possessed too much alcohol in...
The holiday season is a time for parties and visiting loved ones. Many of these activities may involve the consumption of alcohol. Some people may not be aware of alcohol's impact on their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and may inadvertently drive under the...
A conviction for DUI in Georgia can come with stiff penalties. Fines for a first offense can be as high as $1,000 and subsequent offenses can carry fines of up to $5,000 as well as community service or jail time. A person facing charges for DUI may have a need for a...