You can receive a conviction for driving under the influence in Georgia courts regardless of blood alcohol content. Law enforcement can arrest you with obvious drug or alcohol impairment or with a BAC of 0.08% or higher. Before facing the judge, review the possible...
DUI
How does alcohol affect the human body?
Georgia drivers understand that there are severe penalties to drinking and driving. Intoxicated driving is one of the most common reasons for arrest in the country, and this is especially true for areas with strict DUI laws. In order to understand why these laws are...
How can your health impact field sobriety test results?
Georgia drivers like you should understand DUI laws in the state. This way, if an officer ever pulls you over, you can predict what they may do next. The first thing they will likely do is give you a field sobriety test. But even step one does not always go without a...
How much does a Georgia DUI affect auto insurance rates?
When Georgia authorities stop your car and charge you with drunk driving, you may face serious repercussions if that charge leads to a conviction. You may have to spend time in jail, perform at least 40 hours of community service and pay at least a $300 fine for a...
Should college students worry about DUI convictions?
College students in Georgia may think that due to your age, you do not have to worry about harsh legal penalties. Or you may believe that being a "first-time offended" is enough to offer you protection. But Georgia has low tolerance for drinking and driving. Its...
What should parents know about underage DUI penalties?
Part of growing up involves getting into some trouble, especially for teens. However, when teens get in trouble for experimenting with alcohol and driving, the potential repercussions of their actions may be significant and lasting. In order to help protect your teen...
You may face DUI charges even if you were not driving
Thanks to enforcement efforts, awareness campaigns and local media, most drivers realize it is illegal to drive drunk. In Georgia, if you have a blood alcohol concentration above 0.08% before climbing behind the wheel, you may face charges for driving under the...
Understanding how ignition interlock devices work
In Georgia, a person charged with driving under the influence of alcohol may lose the right to drive through a driver's license suspension or revocation. Depending on the circumstances of their case, the defendant may reinstate their driving privileges if they install...
What are standardized field sobriety tests?
Georgia residents like you may have to go through a field sobriety test if pulled over. Routine sobriety checks often involve sobriety tests first. Because of this, it would benefit you to understand what these tests are. Standardized field sobriety tests are the most...
3 reasons to plan a sober ride home
When you can’t convince a friend to be a designated sober driver, you still have options when it comes to setting up a sober ride home. In fact, whether you had plans to drink with friends or simply drank more than anticipated at the bar, you can lean on public...