Getting charged with a DUI hit and run in Georgia can be a daunting experience. Not only do you have to deal with the legal consequences of a DUI, but you also have to face the added charge of leaving the scene of an accident. However, with the right strategy, it is possible to fight […]
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Mar
Mar
DUI breathalyzer tests are a common tool used by law enforcement in Georgia to determine whether someone is driving under the influence of alcohol. However, many people are unaware of their rights when it comes to taking these tests. One of the most common questions asked is, “Can you refuse a DUI breathalyzer test in […]
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Mar
Mar
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense that can have significant consequences, especially if you hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL). In the state of Georgia, CDL holders are subject to strict regulations and penalties if they are caught driving under the influence. One of the consequences of a […]
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Mar
Mar
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have severe legal, social, and financial consequences. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions about Georgia DUIs that can lead to confusion and misinformation. In this blog post, we will debunk some of the most common myths about Georgia DUIs. Myth #1: You can […]
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Mar
Mar
– [Chairman] Introduce yourself and then give us your testimony. – Thank you, Mr. Chairman, the members of the committee. My name is Greg Willis. I’m a practicing attorney in Georgia. I’m very proud of this state that I practice in. I’m very proud of our Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. And, what […]
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Jan
Jan
If you have been charged with DUI in Georgia, your case could be resolved through a plea bargain before it even goes to trial. A plea bargain means that you agree to a lesser charge and the penalties for this charge will be agreed upon by your DUI defense attorney and the prosecution. For first-time […]
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Jan
Jan
If you have been arrested on suspicion of DUI in Georgia due to a blood alcohol of .08 or refusing a chemical test, you will lose your license for a period of time. Before your license is suspended, however, you will have the opportunity to appeal the suspension in front of the Georgia Department of […]
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Jan
Jan
Following a DUI arrest or the refusal to take a breath or blood test in Georgia, you will have your driver’s license suspended until the court hearing. However, you have the right to file an appeal with the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) about your license suspension. The appeal will allow you and your […]
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Jan
Jan
A conviction of driving under the influence of alcohol in Georgia can carry a variety of penalties, such as jail time, fines, and probation. If a driver is arrested more than once for DUI, they risk having a ignition interlock device installed in their vehicles as a way to prevent them from getting behind the […]
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Jan
Jan
Since Georgia views driving as a privilege, the point system is a way for the state to track drivers that have multiple driving violations and use this information to revoke or suspend their licenses. A driver may have a number of small-level violations that, taken on their own, may not be seen as much, but when […]