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If I was pulled over for DUI and took the portable breath test and arrested is it still legal if the cop never showed me...

James's answer | Answered on September 13, 2011

Yes, it is legal. The portable breath test does give a number, but it is not admissible in court. All the officer can testify to is whether ot not...

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Does it really make a difference if I hire a criminal lawyer versus a lawyer who says they are a former prosecutor, for DUI?

James's answer | Answered on September 13, 2011

Yes, it makes a difference. DUI law is a sub-specialty of criminal defense. There are many special certifications, and advanced training, that DUI...

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Can no insurance and sus.registration tickets be dismissed if officer was out of his county?( within a mile of county line)

James's answer | Answered on September 13, 2011

The answer to this question is maybe, but probably not. If the officer first observed you in Gwinnett County she can follow you into Hall County...

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I recently got pulled over in florida, refused sobriety test spent the night in jail and was released,

James's answer | Answered on September 13, 2011

You may want to post this question under the DUI category in Florida as well. If Florida is taking administrative action against your license you...

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Streaking

James's answer | Answered on September 12, 2011

If this is your first arrest you can probably get into some type of diversion program where, upon completion, the charges will be dismissed and the...

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Can I move to another state I'f I am on non reporting probation

James's answer | Answered on September 12, 2011

As long as the judge signs off on it. Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T

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How long does it take to get early suspension of probation

James's answer | Answered on September 12, 2011

If the judge said your probation could terminate, or become non-reporting, in his sentencing order. If he indicated this your probation officer can...

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In the state of Georgia do I have to go in front of a judge if eligible for early termination of probation

James's answer | Answered on September 12, 2011

No, not if the judge said your probation could terminate, or become non-reporting, in his sentencing order. If he indicated this your probation...

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My daughter was arrested for shoplifting in Cobb cty. what charges is she likely to face and should she get a lawyer?

James's answer | Answered on September 12, 2011

If this is her first arrest they will probably offer her some type of diversion so she can get the charges dismissed, and her record expunged. You...

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I'm opting for a Pretrial conference for my traffic violation (diving within a gore or median). What to discuss with solicitor?

James's answer | Answered on September 12, 2011

Just ask him to reduce your charge to O.C.G.A. 40-6-180 Too Fast for Conditions. As long as you do not have a commercial driver's license it won't...

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