Georgia DUI Legal Guides (11 found)

Written by William C. Head
People in GA who are stopped by an officer & asked questions about drinking or using drugs create most of their legal problems by not knowing their legal rights. The RIGHT to remain silent is key. In Georgia, a refusal to take the OFFICIAL breath or blood test can lead to a forcible blood draw.
Posted in DUI / DWI 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by William C. Head
Mr. Head outlines the MANY problems, penalties and disqualifications for jobs that follow a DUI-DWi Conviction. This list varies slightly, from state to state, but MOST of these apply in ALL states. Some have origins in federal "interstate compact" laws. This will stop you from pleading guilty.
Posted in DUI / DWI 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Douglas Blake Chanco
The charge of DUI potentially contains both criminal (arrest) and civil (drivers license suspension) concerns. After an arrest for DUI, your drivers license could be suspended if you do not act within 10 days of the arrest to protect your driving privilege.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Douglas Blake Chanco
The actions that you take after being stopped by a police officer for DUI can affect how much evidence the State will have to use against you in its prosecution. Unfortunately, there is no, "always right answer" that can prevent you from being arrested.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Jessica Ruth Towne
The most important thing to remember when speaking with a potential lawyer is not to be afraid to ask questions. The best and most qualified lawyer will welcome your questions.
Posted in DUI / DWI 7 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Robert W. Chestney
The simplest way to avoid a DUI arrest is don't drink and drive. But if you do drive after drinking, know your limit. And that means more than "feeling okay to drive." In Georgia, the limit to legally drive is 0.08, which doesn't take much. Plus, if you are stopped, you should know your rights.
Posted in DUI / DWI 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by James Scott Byrne
Many people think that just because they are arrested for DUI in Georgia that they are automatically guilty of the charge. The fact is that DUI Law is extremely complex and it is very easy for members of law enforcement to make mistakes in how they come to arrest someone.
Posted in DUI / DWI 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Jessica Ruth Towne
If this is your first DUI in the Atlanta area, chances are sooner or later you will have to do the following.
Posted in DUI / DWI 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by George Chadwell Creal Jr.
The short answer is it depends. There are many factors to consider including number of drinks consumed, the police jurisdiction, the court where you will appear . Generalizations are a dangerous thing and there are exceptions. The general rule in a DUI case is you don't blow if you want to win.
Posted in DUI / DWI 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by James Michael Mullis
Three serious traffic violations within a 5 year period in Georgia and your license is revoked for five years.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Richard T. Ryczek Jr.
Once you are arrested and taken to jail, your bond is normally set according to a schedule. A typical bond on a DUI case is $1,000. You must post additional bonds for each additional offense alleged by the officer (such as speeding or failure to maintain lane).
Posted in DUI / DWI 4 days ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia