Yearly Archives: 2025

Record restriction and nolo contendere plea paths offer Georgia DUI offenders an avenue to sidestep long-term repercussions, such as increased insurance premiums, difficulties finding employment and housing and social stigmatism. Georgia law defines DUI as driving while impaired by alcohol and/or certain…

An arrest for DUI can have severe repercussions in their life. It may limit their employment options, increase insurance premiums and lead to suspension or revocation of their license. Georgia stands out among states as being among the strictest when it comes…

Atlanta's craft brewery scene is flourishing, with something for every type of beer drinker. Visit local favorites such as SweetWater Brewing Company - known for their award-winning 420 Extra Pale Ale and G13 IPA; or explore two Tides Brewing in Savannah to…

Police departments across Georgia are using body cameras more and more, providing an objective record of traffic stops, field sobriety tests and arrests that can provide crucial facts in a DUI case. Body camera footage can reveal discrepancies between an officer's written…

Field sobriety tests can be notoriously challenging to conduct under real-world circumstances, with environmental distractions like slippery surfaces and poor lighting leading to subpar performance from even sober individuals, potentially leading to false DUI charges. Weather conditions can have an effect on…

Successful constitutional challenges can have a dramatic effect on any case they arise in, potentially rendering evidence inadmissible, charges being reduced or even the whole thing dismissed altogether. An attorney may be able to have certain damaging evidence removed prior to trial…

Video evidence can be an effective weapon in your defense of DUI charges, as it is unaffected by perception issues or memory lapses like eyewitness testimony is. Furthermore, it can demonstrate whether an officer administered field sobriety tests correctly or whether environmental…

Atlanta hosts an impressive calendar of festivals throughout the year. Enjoy spring's native dogwood blooms during Piedmont Park Arts Festival or stop by Grant Park Summer Shade Festival to take part in live music performances and art exhibits. Sweet Auburn Music Fest…

Though sleeping it off in your own vehicle might seem like the responsible choice, Georgia law still could convict you for DUI. "Actual physical control" can be interpreted in various ways depending on your specific case and individual circumstances can make or…